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Bhakti Movement and Key Figures by Furqan Ahmed is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses key aspects of Virshaivism and Lingayatism, including: - It originated in Karnataka under the influence of 12th century poet Basavanna and was a rejection of social discrimination and empty rituals. - Basavanna established the Anubhava Mantapa, a type of open parliament, and emphasized concepts like equality and democratic values. - He introduced new concepts like worshipping the god within instead of idols and tried to reform gender and caste discrimination.
- Author
- Furqan Ahmed
- Language
- EN