Sharanas Divine Revolution

Prof. B. Virupakshappa is a versatile writer. Though
he is a retired Professor of Chemistry, he has been a keen
student of Literature and Philosophy, especially Vachana
Literature of Sharanas. He has authored number of books
on this subject such as “Basava and his teachings”, “the
discussions of Anubhava Mantapa” and “Vijnana Dasoha”
in English and “Vishwajyothi Basavanna”, “Sharana Tatwa
Vivechane” etc. in Kannada. He is an educationist and has
served as Professor, Principal and retired as Director of
Adult Education. His “Nizama Kalada Sikshana Paddhathi”
(Education system of Nizam’s times) is a noteworthy book
on education system throughout the ages. His travelogues
on America and Australian tours have been very well re-
ceived by the readers. His “Hampeya Virupaksheshwara
Vachanagalu” is a significant contribution to modern
Vachana literature.
Being a professor of Science, he has made a com-
parative study of Science and Philosophy, particularly of
Basava and other Sharanas. The present work is his out-
standing contribution in this field highlighting the principles
underlying the total revolution carried out by Basavanna and
their relevance to solve the intricate problems of humanity
today. Moreover, the reader will find tenets of Veerashaivism
(Lingayatism) very well knit throughout this book.