Hi, On the thread "Temples and Forts of Tamil Nadu ", a bit earlier there was a discussion on bakthi movement. SPS sir had responded earlier on this, which induced me to extend the discussion further. There were few pointers or extension I had felt. I request discussion and expert opinions on these extensions. I intend to place them one at a time. One - Adi Shankar who had a significant role on re-emergence of hinduism by the end of 8th century, seems to be (from my limited knowledge) missed in most temples or very little references made. Was there any impact of Adishankara in Chola, Chera and Pandiya region then.
Requesting your pardon - as I am changing the subject line to "Bhakthi Movement" for the thread.
. > One - Adi Shankar who had a significant role on re-emergence of > hinduism by the end of 8th century, seems to be (from my limited > knowledge) missed in most temples or very little references made. > Was there any impact of Adishankara in Chola, Chera and Pandiya region > then.
adi sankarar and manikavaskar have not been properly dated at all. a big lacuna exists and personal bias( the earlier the better) works to a great extent.