Shri Bharati Theertha Swamigal is the Jagadguru and Shankaracharya of the Advaitic Sringeri Sharada Peetham. Born in Andhra Pradesh, he became a disciple of Shri Abhinava Vidya Theertha Swamigal and was later appointed as head of the Mutt.The mutt he heads,has a huge following among the Vedic Community.

As a child in the mother's womb,he spread halo around her.When he was delivered,people felt that there was something extraordinary about the child.Even as a child,he was proficient in Sanskrit. He was deeply committed to learning the Vedas.He requested his father not to burden him with Modern Education. He wanted to dedicate his life to Vedic Study. His father who allowed him to study the Vedas, was not sure if a dedicated study would be feasible. In any case the young Boy,impressed the Seer (Abhinava Vidya Theertha) of Sringeri,with his proficiency in Sanskrit,when he got an opportunity to meet him. The Guru decided to accept the Boy in the Veda Pathashala at Sringeri. His father agreed to send him

His dedication did not go unnoticed and visitors to the mutt were charmed by the Boy. The seer was also pleased by the spiritual Boy. Thus it was no surprise when the Seer appointed the Boy as his successor.After initiation into Sanyasa, the young man meticulously followed the instructions of his Guru and impressed everyone with his Knowledge and Understanding. Swamigal spent huge amount time on meditation and was called as Tapas Chakravarty.

Swamigal is a quiet and non controversial person. In spite of being the head of one of the most prestigious mutts in India, he does not advertise himself or his organisation, but rather spends his time contemplating on God. He is a guide for all those who want to learn from him, and could be considered as one of the most knowledgable Vedantins living today.