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Profile

Sadasiva Brahmendra is considered one of the important advaita philosophers. Only a few of his compositions are available today.

Sadasiva Brahmendra's dates are not clearly known. Many legends associated with him put him anywhere between 16th and 18th century. He was the disciple of Paramashivendra Sarasvati and became a great advaita scholar. But his musical background is not known. He is the author of several sanskrit works including advaita-rasa-manjari, brahma-tattva-prakaashikaa and yoga-sudhaakara. He also wrote several Carnatic compositions to spread the advaita philosophy among common people.

The legend says that in after his discipleship, he turned an ascetic, wandering through the forests of Cauvery delta. He had no affiliations.

His compositions are quite popular and can be heard frequently in Carnatic concerts.

Compositions

• Bhaja Raghuviram - Mohana
• Bhajare Gopalam - Hindolam
• Bhajare Yadu Natham - Peelu
• Manasa Sancharare - Sama
• Pibare Ramarasam - Yaman Kalyani

Related Composers

Teachers & Influences	Paramashivendra Sarasvati
Disciples & Followers
Similar Composers	Madhvacharya, Adi Shankara
Worked With

Links

• The Mystic Saint