Dvaita philosophy is a school of thought in Hinduism founded by the philosopher Madhvacharya in the 13th century. It emphasizes a dualistic understanding of reality, asserting that there is a fundamental difference between the individual soul (Atman) and the supreme being (Brahman or Vishnu). According to Dvaita, the soul is distinct and separate from God, which leads to a personal relationship between the devotee and the divine. In Dvaita, the universe is seen as a creation of God, and everything within it is dependent on Him. This philosophy promotes the idea of devotion (bhakti) as the primary means to attain liberation (moksha). Followers believe that through sincere worship and devotion to Vishnu, one can achieve a blissful union with the divine after death.