Medieval Philosophical System

The mystics were responsible for the major religious movements. They made contributions to the religious doctrines and ideals. Shankaracharya's advaita (non-dualism) philosophy served as the foundation for the new philosophical thought that Bhakti saints like Vallabhacharya, Ramanuja, and Nimbaraka contributed.

Some of the Philosophical Doctrines and Propounders of Medieval India

  • Vishistadvaita of Ramanujacharya: Vishistadvaita means modified monism. The ultimate reality according to this philosophy is Brahman (God) and matter and soul are his qualities.
  • Sivadvaita of Srikanthacharya: According to this philosophy the ultimate Brahman is Shiva, endowed with Shakti. Shiva exists in this world as well as beyond it. ....
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