Granthamala. Synopsis orderly.

 The Rāmānuja Granthamālā is a collection of the principal works of Śrī Rāmānuja (1017–1137 CE), the great Ācārya of the Śrī Vaiṣṇava tradition. These works collectively establish and explain Viśiṣṭādvaita Vedānta—its philosophy, theology, and practice. A synopsis of the main works is as follows:

1. Śrībhāṣya

Nature: Commentary on the Brahmasūtras of Bādarāyaṇa.

Content: Establishes Viśiṣṭādvaita Vedānta as a qualified non-dual system.

Highlights:

Refutes Advaita and other rival schools.

Proves Brahman as Nārāyaṇa with infinite auspicious attributes (kalyāṇa guṇas).

Stresses śeṣatva (servitude) and prapatti (surrender) as the means to liberation.

2. Gītābhāṣya

Nature: Commentary on the Bhagavad Gītā.

Content: Practical guide for spiritual life.

Highlights:

Reconciles karma, jñāna, and bhakti yogas.

Advocates prapatti as a simple, universal path for all.

Interprets Gītā as a dialogue of grace and surrender.

3. Vedārtha Saṅgraha

Nature: Independent treatise.

Content: A systematic exposition of Upaniṣadic philosophy.

Highlights:

Shows how the Upaniṣads consistently affirm a personal Brahman (Nārāyaṇa).

Resolves apparent contradictions in Vedāntic statements.

Lays foundation for Viśiṣṭādvaita hermeneutics.

4. Vedānta Saṅgraha / Vedānta Dīpa (attributed)

Shorter works explaining Vedāntic concepts in summary fashion.

5. Vedānta Sara

Nature: A concise manual.

Content: Abstract of Vedānta principles for beginners.

6. Śaraṇāgati Gadyam

Nature: Prose hymn.

Content: Rāmānuja’s direct prayer of surrender at Śrī Raṅgam.

Highlights: Models prapatti as heartfelt, unconditional surrender to Śrīman Nārāyaṇa and Śrī Mahālakṣmī.

7. Śrīraṅga Gadyam

Nature: Prose hymn.

Content: Prayer to Lord Raṅganātha for eternal service.

Highlights: Overflow of devotion and yearning for liberation.

8. Vaikuṇṭha Gadyam

Nature: Visionary hymn.

Content: Describes Vaikuṇṭha, the supreme abode, in great detail.

Highlights: A theological picture of the bliss of service to the Lord.

9. Nitya Grantham

Nature: Manual of daily worship.

Content: Prescribes the Śrī Vaiṣṇava nityakarma—pujā, prayers, and discipline.

Highlights: Ensures practical integration of philosophy into life.

10. Commentaries (Vārtikas / Glosses)

On minor Upaniṣads and stotras.

Clarify ritual and philosophical points for disciples.

Overall Themes

Philosophy: Viśiṣṭādvaita Vedānta—Brahman as Nārāyaṇa with body–soul relation to the universe.

Practice: Bhakti and Prapatti as soteriological paths.

Devotion: Loving surrender as the soul’s natural state.

Community: Integration of all seekers, regardless of caste or status, into the fold of Śrī Vaiṣṇava dharma.

In short, the Rāmānuja Granthamālā unites deep Vedāntic philosophy, devotional outpourings, and practical guidance into a complete system of spiritual life.