Satya Yuga

Kapila

Kapila Muni

Essence of the Avatar

To deliver the Samkhya philosophy for spiritual liberation through knowledge.

Stories, Events & Teachings

Born to Kardama Muni and Devahuti

Taught the Samkhya philosophy to his mother, Devahuti

His teachings laid the foundation for Yoga and other philosophical schools

Explore the teachings of Sage Kapila, who expounded the Samkhya system explaining Purusha and Prakriti.

Read about Kapila imparting spiritual wisdom to his mother, Devahuti, as detailed in the Srimad Bhagavatam.

Distinction between Purusha (consciousness) and Prakriti (matter)

Liberation through Jnana (knowledge)

Enumeration of the 25 Tattvas (elements of reality)

Quick Facts

Category: Other

Era: Satya Yuga

Place: Banks of the Sarasvati River

Appearance: Radiant sage with matted hair, seated in meditation

Associates: Kardama Muni, Devahuti

Festivals: Makar Sankranti (associated with Gangasagar Mela)

No specific stotras currently linked to Kapila.