Tattvavāda

Tattvavāda, the Vedic philosophy propounded by Śrī Madhvācārya, presents a profound and systematic understanding of reality, knowledge, and ethics. A sound theory of knowledge (epistemology) forms the essential foundation of any philosophical system. Śrī Madhvācārya establishes this foundation with remarkable clarity, upon which the metaphysical, ontological, and ethical teachings of the Vedic tradition are systematically presented.

This booklet, Tattvavāda, offers a concise introduction to the philosophy of Śrī Madhvācārya in the English language, making the fundamental principles of Tattvavāda accessible to readers who wish to begin their study through the medium of English.

About the Author

Dr. C. H. Srinivasa Murthy is an alumnus of Poornaprajna Vidyapeetha, Bengaluru, a renowned traditional Gurukula dedicated to the study of Sanskrit and the śāstras. He studied Nyāyasudhā under the revered H. H. Viśveśatīrtha Śrīpādarū, the then Kulapati of the Gurukula.

A senior scholar deeply devoted to study, teaching, and scholarly writing, Dr. Srinivasa Murthy has been serving as a teacher at Vyāsatīrtha Vidyāpeetha for the past four years. His long engagement with the traditional śāstric system is reflected in this accessible presentation of Madhvācārya's philosophy.

Through this booklet, he presents the essential principles of Tattvavāda in a clear and concise manner, making it particularly useful for beginners and students seeking an introductory understanding of Madhva's philosophy in English.