Maha Visnu das Mahashaya, a disciple of the late Bhakti Tirtha Swami Maharaja (1950-2005) and the author of the Bhakti Yoga Sutras, embarked on a transformative spiritual journey that began at the age of 10 when he relocated to India. For the subsequent 15 years, Maha Visnu immersed himself in the rich tapestry of traditional Vedic education at traditional Vedic Gurukula schools. Beyond conventional subjects, his curriculum included Sanskrit, gaining fluency in the local language, and comprehensive studies in Vedic philosophy, Yoga-siddhanta, and Kirtan. At the tender age of 17, Maha Visnu received diksa initiation, setting the stage for his remarkable journey in the Bhakti lineage of the Brahma-Madhva-Gaudiya Sampradaya. Notably, he achieved the distinction of being one of the youngest African-Americans in the world to qualify for ordination as a Hindu priest. His journey continued with being awarded the title of Mahashay, marking him as a "teacher of Vedic philosophy," another groundbreaking achievement for an African-American. He took on the responsibility of disseminating the profound wisdom of Vedic philosophy throughout India, even serving as the Interim Head Master of the Gurukula where he received his formative education.

In the year 2000, Maha Visnu's spiritual odyssey led him to Norway, where he shared the teachings of Bhakti Yoga with spiritualists in Scandinavia. Returning to the United States in 2002, he contributed significantly to Massachusetts' first and oldest Hindu temple, assuming various roles from Head Priest to Vice President and ultimately President.

The year 2015 marked a pivotal moment in Maha Visnu's journey as he inaugurated the Radha Krishna Mandir in Everett, Massachusetts. Subsequently, he relocated the Mandir to Worcester and then to Northboro, Massachusetts. There he fulfilled a longstanding dream of starting his own Gurukula; the Massachusetts Vaisnava Institute Gurukula, offering both online classes for children around the world, and in-person classes for the children in his temple congregation. 

While serving on the Board of the Mandir and overseeing MVI Gurukula, Maha Visnu extends his teachings throughout New England. His travels involve teaching and initiating students in the transformative path of Bhakti Yoga. His commitment to spiritual education and guidance is not confined to the confines of a temple; instead, Maha Visnu carries the teachings of Bhakti Yoga into the hearts and minds of seekers across the region, fostering a deeper connection to spirituality and self-discovery. Through his multifaceted roles and groundbreaking achievements, Maha Visnu continues to be a beacon of inspiration and knowledge in the realm of Vedic philosophy and Bhakti Yoga.