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Ramanuja

1017–1137 — India

Era: Medieval

Brilliance: 9/10 | Stewardship: 7/10 | Composite Index: 63

He opened the temple doors to everyone.

"The path to liberation is through selfless devotion."

Biography

Developed Vishishtadvaita Vedanta. Challenged caste restrictions, opened temple worship to lower castes. Survived assassination attempts. Spent years in exile.

Key Facts

  • Vishishtadvaita Vedanta philosophy
  • Challenged caste restrictions
  • Survived assassination attempts
  • Years in exile
  • Shaped Hindu devotional tradition

He told the temples: everyone gets in.

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