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Veerashaivism is a form of Shaivism sect of Hinduism. It is predominantly found in the states of Karnataka, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. Veerashaivas are also found in other states: Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat and around the world. Veerashaivism is enshrined in the Shivagams. The complete philosophy of Veerashaivism is explained in Siddhanta Shikhamani. The terms ''Veerashaivism'' and ''Lingayatism'', a Shaivite denomination which also includes wearing ''Ishtalinga'' as a significant ritual of observance, have been used synonymosly, both by public and recognized by Governments, though validity of its correctness is the biggest contemporary theological and historical debate related to Lingayatism and Veerashaivism. == Origin == It is believed that lord Shiva founded Veerashaiva philosophy some 60,000 years ago by five great pontiffs (Pancharaya). * Renukaaradhya or Revanaaradhya * Marulaaradhya or Marulasiddha * Ekoramaaradhya or Ekorama * Panditharadhya * Vishwaradhya The Philosophy of Veerashaivism was first taught by Shree Jagadguru Renukacharya to Sage Agasthya in ancient times. It is believed that they sprang from the five great Shiva lingas. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Veerashaiva」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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