Non vedic ajivijka tamilnadu
Have you ever heard of a spiritual path where karma doesn’t matter, gods are not worshipped, and fate is supreme? Welcome to the lesser-known world of Aseevagam, an ancient ascetic tradition that once flourished in South India, particularly in Tamilakam (ancient Tamil country). Often overshadowed by the more widely recognized paths of Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism, Aseevagam presents a unique and compelling chapter in Tamil spiritual history. What Is Aseevagam? Aseevagam (Tamil phonetic for Ājīvika) refers to an early non-Vedic, ascetic tradition that emerged in India around the 5th–6th century BCE. It was founded by Makkhali Gosala (Maskariputra), a wandering teacher and contemporary of both the Buddha and Mahavira. While modern scholars often associate Aseevagam with the Ajivika movement of North India, ancient Tamil texts show that this tradition had a strong presence in South India as well. A Philosophy Based on Fate (Niyati) What made Aseevagam so d...