Question

How did the religious synthesis of medieval period help to shape history of religion of India

Answer 1

Answer:

Two religious movements rised in the medieval India, the Bhakti Movement and the Sufi Movement. The term Bhakti has been derived from the sanskrit bhaj, meaning devotion to God. There were many factors that gave rise to Bhakti movement. People were no longer satisfied with their religion as it became too ritualistic and dogmatic. The caste system became more rigid and alienated the lower castes from the social order. People were in search of a religion that could satisfy their emotions and reasons. Shankaracharya, Ramanuja, Madhavcharya, Chaitanya, Kabir, Guru Nanak, etc. were some of the Bhakti saints. The word Sufi is derived from the latin word suf, meaning ragged woolen clothes. The Sufi movement was started by Islamic communities. The khanqahs played an important role in development of the Sufi Movement. Khwaja Muinuddin Chisthi, Shaikh Salim Chisthi, Baba Farid, etc. were some of the Sufi saints.

Answer 2

Religious synthesis of medieval period help to shape history of religion of India

Explanation:

• The political, social, religious, & cultural  movements in different parts of India tried to link the people with a harmonious cord in the medieval times. Medieval India 's religious revival had an immense influence on the nation's literature & language. The Bhakti and Sufi philosophers had a strong influence on rulers like Akbar, making Him to remain a secular religious figure.
• A new way of religious expression amongst Hindus & Muslims people came from the Sufi & Bhakti movements. The Sufis were mystics who in Islam demanded liberalism. They stressed an egalitarian society based on "universal love".
• Through adding devotion or bhakti as a way of achieving Heaven, the Bhakti saints changed Hinduism. Caste had little meaning for them, and every man was worthy. In bringing Muslims & Hindus together, the Sufi & Bhakti saints played an significant part.