Adi Shankara

8th-century Indian philosopher and theologian

Adi Shankara was a renowned Indian philosopher, theologian, and saint of the 8th century CE. He is best known for his work on the philosophy of Advaita Vedanta and his efforts to establish it as a major school of thought in India. Shankara was a prolific writer and commentator, and his works include commentaries on the Upanishads, the Brahmasutras, and the Bhagavad Gita. Shankara's teachings emphasize the importance...