Rishis & Acharyas
Maharshi Vashishtha
One of the Saptarshis, guru of the Raghu lineage
Introduction to Sage Vashishtha
Vashishtha is a Saptarshi and the family preceptor of the Ikshvaku dynasty. Revered as a mind-born son of Lord Brahma, he represents the pinnacle of purity, wisdom and steadfast adherence to dharma.
Counted among the seven great rishis, Vashishtha is traditionally the guru of Rama's lineage. As a highly venerated Vedic seer, he is recognised as the chief visionary behind Mandala 7 of the Rigveda. In Puranic lore, he possessed the divine wish-fulfilling cow, Kamadhenu and her calf Nandini, which became the centre of his famous historical conflict with King Kaushika.
The philosophical dialogue Yoga Vashishtha, detailing the nature of mind and liberation, is attributed to his teaching to Rama. This profound text remains one of the most significant treatises on non-dualism (Advaita) and the illusory nature of the material universe.
Saptarshi
One of the seven great sages, he is a mind-born son of Lord Brahma and a central figure in ancient Vedic literature.
Royal Preceptor
He served as the Kula Guru (family priest) for the Ikshvaku dynasty, guiding legendary monarchs of the Solar lineage, including King Dasharatha and Lord Rama.
Vedic Seer
He and his descendants are credited with authoring the 7th Mandala of the Rigveda, which contains powerful hymns dedicated to deities like Agni, Indra and Varuna.
Master of Yoga Vashishtha
His profound philosophical discourse to a young Lord Rama regarding consciousness, illusion and ultimate spiritual liberation is immortalised in the text Yoga Vashishtha.
Texts traditionally attributed
- Yoga Vasistha (attributed)
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