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788–820 · An Indian philosopher and theologian who consolidated the doctrine of Advaita Vedanta and revitalized Sanskrit scholasticism.

Also known as: Shankara, Adi Sankara, Adi Sankarachaarya, Adi Schankara, Aryamba antharjanam, Bhagavatpada Acharya

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