Adi Shankara books in order
An Indian philosopher and theologian who consolidated the doctrine of Advaita Vedanta and revitalized Sanskrit scholasticism.
- Lived
- 788–820
- Books
- 1
Adi Shankara published 1 novel, beginning with Lingashtaka (800).
Updated September 2026
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Lingashtaka
Adi Shankara's most-read book.
Adi Shankara books in order of publication
Lingashtaka (800)
About Adi Shankara
Adi Shankara, also called Adi Shankaracharya, was an Indian Vedic scholar-monk, philosopher, and teacher (acharya) of Advaita Vedanta. He wrote influential commentaries on the Brahma sutras and other texts, and in recent times is often revered as the most important Indian philosopher. Reliable information on Shankara's actual life is scant, and the historical influence of his works on Hindu intellectual thought has been questioned. The historical Shankara was probably relatively unknown and Vaishnava-oriented and his true impact lies in the popular perception of him as a heroic religious leader who re-established traditional Hinduism.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Adi Shankara FAQ
- How many books has Adi Shankara written?
- Adi Shankara published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Adi Shankara's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Lingashtaka.
- What is Adi Shankara's last book?
- Lingashtaka (800).
- What is Adi Shankara's most famous book?
- Lingashtaka (800) is Adi Shankara's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.