What is veerashaiva movement?
The Virashaiva movement began in Karnataka in the mid-twelfth century. It was initiated by Basavanna and his companions like Allama Prabhu and Akkamahadevi. This movement strongly argued for the equality of all human beings, It was against Brahmanical ideas about caste and the treatment of women.
Who was the founder of veerashaiva movement?
Basavanna
Veerashaivism (literally, heroic Shaivism) was a 12th-century religious movement spearheaded by the Kalachuri chief minister, Basavanna. The followers of the religion, the Lingayats, wear a small Shiva linga around their neck.
Who is Panchacharya?
Panchacharya (Pancha means five and Acharya means Pontiff). It is believed that they sprang from the five great Shiva lingas. It is also belived that these Panchacharyas represent five face of lord Shiva. One of the favoutite deities of Hindus.
In which part of India was the Virashaiva tradition prevalent?
The 12th century saw the emergence of a new movement in Karnataka led by a Brahman called Basavanna. His followers were called Virashaiva, who worshipped the manifestation of Shiva called Linga.
What is lingayat movement?
Lingayatism or Veera Saivism is a Hindu denomination based on Shaivism. Initially known as Veerashaivas, since the 12th-century adherents of this faith are known as Lingayats.
Is lingayat a Brahmin?
According to the sociologist M. N. Srinivas, Lingayats traditionally believed themselves to be equal in status to Brahmins, and some orthodox Lingayats were so anti-Brahmin that they would not eat food cooked or handled by Brahmins.
Which category is lingayat?
Karnataka Caste Wise Report
| S.No | State Caste Name | Caste Category Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Lingayat – Helava(Sl.No-1-(b)) | Cat-IIIB |
| 3 | Maratha,Marata(Sl.No-2-(a)) | Cat-IIIB |
| 4 | AreKshatri,AreMaratha,AryaMaratha(Sl.No-2-(b)) | Cat-IIIB |
| 5 | Arya,Aryaru(Sl.No-2-(c)) | Cat-IIIB |
What is veerashaiva lingayat?
What is veerashaiva caste?
Is veerashaiva a Hindu?
Veerashaivism is a sect within the Shaivism fold of Hinduism.