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    Questions about Lingayatism/VeeraShaivism.

    1.) They're considered monotheistic with worship centered on Shiva in lingam form. However, are they against the use of murtis?

    2.) Conversely, is it monotheistic in the sense of strict monotheism (in that only Shiva is revered) or can Shiva's family also be included; in that none apart from Shiva are viewed as the Supreme Brahman? Kind of like how Gaudiya Vaishnavites are monotheistic in that they view Vishnu as supreme, but center their worship on his avatars.

    3.) Is Shiva viewed as a personal deity in this school, or more impersonal/Deistic?

    4.) Although the authority of the Vedas are rejected, does that mean that they are completely disregarded? Or are they still viewed as the basis of the faith, but are not infallible or inerrant?

    5.) Since the Vedas are not final authority (and concepts like Karma and Reincarnation are generally rejected), are Lingayats considered "Hindu"? Are they viewed as just another Shaivite school or as a separate religion?
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    Re: Questions about Lingayatism/VeeraShaivism.

    Namaste,

    I learn something new every day. Most of your questions are answered at the following links,

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lingayatism
    http://lingayatreligion.com/Lingayat...ingayatism.htm
    http://lingayatreligion.com/Lingayat...t_Religion.htm

    I am sure the adherents of Lingayatism will come along to add to the above to answer your questions.

    Pranam.
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