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Madhva

Madhva gave Hindu Vedanta a strongly dualist interpretation centered on Vishnu.

BORN 1238 CE · Pajaka, KarnatakaDIED 1317 CE · Udupi, KarnatakaERA Medieval India
NOTABLE CONTRIBUTION

Founded Dvaita Vedanta, defending a real distinction between God, souls, and the world.

THE RECORD
  • His commentaries challenged Advaita and other Vedanta schools.
  • He emphasized devotion to Vishnu while defending metaphysical difference.
  • The Udupi Krishna tradition remains closely tied to his legacy.
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