Paramacharya-English

Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Swamigal, the 68th Acharya of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham is a prominent spiritual figure in Tamil Nadu, India and outside, particularly among Shaivites, popular for his unceasing efforts to both embody and impart the teachings of Advaita Vedanta. His biography titled ‘Paramacharya’ is written by PG Sundararajan, and is an intriguing read that describes his influences on politics, social norms, national discourse and cow slaughter.

The book also offers insight into his opinions on caste, religious conversions among marginalized Hindus and dowries. For his non-Tamil admirers, the book in English is a condensed translation of this previous biography that includes further information about his travels and activities outside of Tamil Nadu.