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Dvaita Vedānta

Dvaita Vedānta, founded by Madhvācārya (1238–1317 CE), affirms an eternal, real distinction between God, selves and matter. Liberation is realised through devotion and the grace of Viṣṇu, understood as fully independent reality.

Origin: 13th c. CE
Geographical roots: Karnataka
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Historical development

Dvaita Vedānta, founded by Madhvācārya (1238–1317 CE), affirms an eternal, real distinction between God, selves and matter. Liberation is realised through devotion and the grace of Viṣṇu, understood as fully independent reality.

Principal Gurus & Ācāryas

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Modern transmission

The Mādhva tradition continues through the Udupi maṭhas and its devotional-scholastic lineage.

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