The “Doctrine Special” of Visishtadvaita

What is an authority (Pramana)? An authority is something from which we learn truths. We consider the Vedas, as the basic authority We also use logic and arguments to arrive at the truths, in addition to learning from the Vedas.   Such things from which we learn the truths or arrive at the truths, are […]

Alwars and Acharyas

What is the importance of Guru or Acharya in our system of philosophy? To understand the proper meaning of Sastras is very difficult. We have to properly interpret some of the texts, which seem to be conflicting with each other. There are also inner meanings and secret meanings of the various mantras and slokas. So, […]

Vedas and Sastras

What is the basic authority (pramana) for Hindu religion and philosophy? The Vedas are the basic, fundamental authority. What is the meaning of the word Veda? Veda, in Sanskrit means that which gives knowledge. Is there any other name for Veda? Veda is also called Sruti. What is the meaning of the word Sruti? Sruti […]