Adi Shankaracharya
Adi Shankaracharya was an Indian philosopher who consolidated the Advaita Vedanta school of Hindu philosophy.
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Adi Shankaracharya (c. 8th century CE) was an Indian philosopher and theologian who consolidated the doctrine of Advaita Vedanta, a major school of Hindu philosophy.
Philosophy
He taught that the individual soul and the ultimate reality (Brahman) are one, and that the everyday world is ultimately an appearance. His commentaries on ancient texts remain deeply influential.
Work
He travelled across India debating scholars and is traditionally credited with founding four monastic centres (mathas) in different corners of the country.
Frequently asked questions
Who was Adi Shankaracharya?
A philosopher who consolidated Advaita Vedanta.
What did Shankaracharya teach?
That the soul and ultimate reality are one.