The Aravidu Dynasty of Vijayanagara, Vol. I v1.c32.142
The Aravidu Dynasty of Vijayanagara, Vol. I v1.c32.142
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15. In spite of this eclecticism and toleration, we cannot doubt but that the reign of Venkata II marked a period of proselytism towards the spreading of Vaishnavism. The Prapannamrtam tells us that, "when Venkata became a disciple of Tatacharya, a large number of the subjects became Vaishnavas" ². Tatacharya indeed was an ardent Vaishnava missionary, and under the patronage of Venkata contributed largely to the progress of his creed.