Sri Shankaracharya, a prominent Indian philosopher presumed to have lived in the 8th century CE, was a proponent of Advaita Vedanta-the doctrine of non-dualism, emphasizing the unity of the soul and God within Vedanta Hinduism. Encapsulated within this primer are excerpts from some of this pivotal texts , originally presented in sanskrit. This edition also provides clear English translations. The translation, thoughfully crafted for accessbility, prioritizes clarity over strict technical precision, ensuring that readers can grasp the essence of Shankaracharya's wisdom without dependance on the orginal text.