Adi Sankara (Shankaracharya): His Life and Times (His Holiness jagadguru Sri Candrasekharendra Sarasvati: Sri Sankaracarya of Kanchi Kamakoti Pitha)

Book Details

• Author: Translated by T.M.P. Mahadevan
• Publisher: Bharatiya Vidya Bhawan
• Language: English
• Edition: 2019
• ISBN: 9788172764746
• Pages: 187
• Cover: Paperback
• Dimensions: 18.5 cm x 12 cm
• Weight: 160 gm

About the Book:

• Title: Discourses of His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Chandrasekharendra Sarasvati
• This book is a translation of the Tamil discourses of His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Chandrasekharendra Sarasvati, the Sankaracharya of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, into English.
• The discourses primarily focus on the life and message of Adi Sankara, as well as stories about Goudapada, Govinda Bhagavatpada, and the five lingas.
• Sri Sankaracharya’s birth is explained, emphasizing the significance of his arrival in Kerala, where many had forgotten the Vedic teachings.
• The translation also touches on Skandasasti and other related topics, offering a glimpse into the teachings of Sri Sankaracharya as a divine guide and spiritual leader.

About the Author:

• Jagadguru Sri Chandrasekharendra Sarasvati was the 68th Sankaracharya of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham and became the head of the matha at the young age of 13.
• Known for his heartfelt discourses, he deeply explored the life of Adi Sankara and contributed to the spiritual and intellectual legacy of India.