Permanence is a noteworthy quality of folk literature. The literature written by saints has this quality. It has become people's philosophy-the bent of mind. Saint Eknath was not only a saint but a social reformer also. In order to bring social awareness among the people, he advised them through his uncommon literary genre known as Bharud. It has performance quality. Bharud, a kind of narrator- chorus performance with percussion instruments, begins with satirical entertainment but ends in edification. This sugar-coated quinine dose works like teaching-learning process. In the present article, the author tries to explain the qualities of Bharud as a literary genre and its performing qualities. The article also points out the then social implications of this genre and its need in present social scenario against all pervading violence in our society