Adi Shankaracharya Jayanti 2026: In Sanatan Dharma, Adi Shankaracharya is known as a great philosopher, saint and religious reformer. Shankaracharya Jayanti will be celebrated on 21 April 2026. This day will be the 1238th birth anniversary of Adi Shankaracharya. He revived Hindu culture at a time when Hindu culture was headed towards its decline. Propagated Advaita Vedanta. Let us know the history of Adi Shankaracharya, why he established monasteries in India.
Who is Adi Shankaracharya?
Adi Shankaracharya was a great Hindu philosopher of the 8th century, who was born in Kaladi village of Kerala. His full name was Shankar and he is called the “Adi” (first) Shankaracharya because he founded the Shankaracharya tradition. His father was Shivguru and mother was Aryamba, Adi Shankaracharya was blessed with extraordinary intelligence since childhood. Acquired knowledge of Vedas at the age of 8. It is said that he took sannyasa at a very young age and set out in search of knowledge.
Why did Adi Shankaracharya establish monasteries in all four directions?
Due to religious confusion in the society, conflict between different beliefs and lack of correct teaching of the Vedas, the establishment of monasteries was a visionary step of Adi Shankaracharya to overcome these challenges. Adi Shankaracharya had established monasteries (peethas) in all four directions of India not only to create religious centers but also to protect, organize and spread the knowledge of Sanatan Dharma.
- Sringeri Math (South – Karnataka)
- Dwarka Math (West – Gujarat)
- Puri Math (East – Odisha)
- Jyotirmath (Badrinath) (North – Uttarakhand)
Thoughts of Adi Shankaracharya
The verses written by Adi Shankaracharya still show the path of spiritual life.
Brahma Satyam Jaganmithya Jeevo Brahmaiva Napar:॥
Meaning:- Brahma (God) is the only truth. This world is false (temporary). Jiva (soul) and Brahman are not separate.
Bhaj Govindam Bhaj Govindam Bhaj Govindam Bhaj Mudhmate. Neither the black nor the protection of the sampraapta is done.
Meaning: Oh man! Worship Lord Govind (Shri Krishna). Mere grammar or Vidya (arrogance of knowledge) cannot save you at the time of death. In life, not only knowledge but also devotion and connection with God is necessary.
Akshaya Tritiya Muhurat 2026: If you are entering the house on Akshaya Tritiya, then keep these 10 things in mind, Goddess Lakshmi will reside in the house.
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