The History and Literature of The Gaudiya Vaishnavas and Their Relation to other Medieval Vaishnava Schools
The History and Literature of The Gaudiya Vaishnavas and Their Relation to other Medieval Vaishnava Schools
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- Author : Dr. Sanbidananda Das
- Publisher : Sree Gaudiya Math
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 860 pages
- Weight : 950 g
ABOUT THE BOOK
The History and Literature of the Gaudiya Vaishnavas is a monumental scholarly work by Dr. Sanbidananda Das. Originally submitted as a doctoral thesis at the University of London in the 1930s, this work remains one of the most comprehensive and academic treatments of the Gaudiya (Bengali) Vaishnava tradition ever written in English.
The book provides a systematic history of the movement founded by Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, tracing its philosophical roots, its prolific literary output in Sanskrit and Bengali, and—most importantly—how it fits into the broader landscape of Indian Vaishnavism.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Dr. Sanbidananda Das was a brilliant scholar and a dedicated follower of the Gaudiya tradition. He was a prominent figure in the Gaudiya Math, working closely under the guidance of Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Saraswati Thakur. His academic background allowed him to bridge the gap between traditional "faith-based" hagiography and rigorous historical criticism, making this book a staple for both practitioners and university historians.
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