An Introduction to Indian Philosophy: Perspectives on Reality, Knowledge, and Freedom
An Introduction to Indian Philosophy: Perspectives on Reality, Knowledge, and Freedom
- ISBN 13:
9780415800037
- ISBN 10:
041580003X
- Format: Nonspecific Binding
- Copyright: 08/03/2011
- Publisher: Routledge
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Summary
Introduction to Indian Philosophy offers a profound yet accessible survey of the development of India#xE2;#xAC;"s philosophical tradition. Beginning with the formation of Brahmincal, Jain, Materialist and Buddhist traditions, Bina Gupta guides the reader through the classical schools of Indian thought, culminating in a look at how these traditions inform Indian philosophy and society in modern times. Offering translations from source texts and clear explanations of philosophical terms, this text provides a rigorous overview of Indian philosophical contributions to epistemology, metaphysics, language, experience and ethics. This is a must-read for anyone seeking a reliable and illuminating introduction to Indian philosophy.