Basava

Basava (c. 12th century) was a Hinduism religious reformer associated with major debates, teachings, or movements in the history of theism.

Overview

Basava inspired the Lingayat or Virashaiva movement, emphasizing devotion to Shiva, social reform, and direct religious practice. This starter article is intended as a neutral biographical entry for Wikitheism and should be expanded with reliable historical, theological, and academic sources.

Contributions to theistic thought

Key areas of relevance include:

• Concepts of God, gods, ultimate reality, revelation, devotion, or divine action
• The relationship between faith, reason, practice, ethics, and community
• Influence on later religious traditions, schools, movements, or philosophical debates

See also

• Theism
• Theology
• Philosophy of religion
• Religion
• Theistic thought leaders

References

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