Indian Philosophy A Very Short Introduction (Audible Audio Edition) Sue Hamilton Neil Shah Audible Studios Books
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India has a long, rich, and diverse tradition of philosophical thought, spanning some two and a half millennia and encompassing several major religious traditions. In this intriguing introduction to Indian philosophy, the diversity of Indian thought is emphasized. It is structured around six schools of thought that have received classic status.
Sue Hamilton explores how the traditions have attempted to understand the nature of reality in terms of inner or spiritual quest and introduces distinctively Indian concepts, such as karma and rebirth. She also explains how Indian thinkers have understood issues of reality and knowledge - issues that are also an important part of the Western philosophical tradition.
Indian Philosophy A Very Short Introduction (Audible Audio Edition) Sue Hamilton Neil Shah Audible Studios Books
This excellent entry in the VSI series would serve as a good introduction to philosophy in general, as it takes pains to define terms like metaphysics, epistemology, exegesis and soteriology, basic terminology that might be new to the non-specialist. It is a scholarly but very readable account, with useful illustrations.In the nineteenth century, specific schools of thought were presented to the West as 'Hinduism' or 'Indian philosophy', and these views - polytheistic and monistic - are very often still regarded as representative. This is rather like presenting Lutheranism as 'European religion' and Existentialism as 'European philosophy'. Another excellent book in this series - Hinduism, by Kim Knott - corrects the first misapprehension, and this present book corrects the second.
Philosophy and religion have combined in Indian thought in a way that differs from the Western tradition - at least, since Kant and the Enlightenment. Thus, a work like this invites us to approach philosophical enquiry in a new way, or at least to recognize an alternative approach.
Like all the authors in this series, Hamilton has the problem of encapsulating a vast subject into a small space. In Chapter 1, the author describes the selections she has made and why she has made them - in particular, why she chose to exclude Jainism. The book concentrates on the classical period beginning in the 5th century BC (interestingly, a history of Western philosophy would likely begin in the same era, with the same backward glance at the religious and mythical traditions from which it evolved). The 6 classical darsanas are mentioned, and enough authors and texts are referenced to give you plenty of scope for further study, if you wished.
Highly recommended.
[PeterReeve]
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Indian Philosophy A Very Short Introduction (Audible Audio Edition) Sue Hamilton Neil Shah Audible Studios Books Reviews
Arrived right on time and great quality for a good price. Will come back again for more books. Thanks alot.
Love it! The authors of the Very Short Introduction books do a great job, if done slightly dry, of laying out a quick-guide to whatever subject you'd like an overview of! Definately recommended if you are in to life-long learning.
Perfect condition and great price!
Seven Systems of Indian Philosophy is much more accessible for someone wanting a short and captivating introduction. But well written and scholarly.
sent it as a gift to my brilliant granddaughter 16! Have not received any feed back yet.
EXCELLENT INTRODUCTION
I've been looking for a book like this and have finally found it. Though NOT an easy read, Hamilton does not assume that the reader has background on the topic. How many Americans know ANYTHING about the philosophical traditions of India? This book is a good place to start, if you are willing to sit down and concentrate on the text. Quotations from the various philosophers are well used.
This text actually does what the title (and this entire series) claims to do provide a readable short introduction. A good place to start.
This excellent entry in the VSI series would serve as a good introduction to philosophy in general, as it takes pains to define terms like metaphysics, epistemology, exegesis and soteriology, basic terminology that might be new to the non-specialist. It is a scholarly but very readable account, with useful illustrations.
In the nineteenth century, specific schools of thought were presented to the West as 'Hinduism' or 'Indian philosophy', and these views - polytheistic and monistic - are very often still regarded as representative. This is rather like presenting Lutheranism as 'European religion' and Existentialism as 'European philosophy'. Another excellent book in this series - Hinduism, by Kim Knott - corrects the first misapprehension, and this present book corrects the second.
Philosophy and religion have combined in Indian thought in a way that differs from the Western tradition - at least, since Kant and the Enlightenment. Thus, a work like this invites us to approach philosophical enquiry in a new way, or at least to recognize an alternative approach.
Like all the authors in this series, Hamilton has the problem of encapsulating a vast subject into a small space. In Chapter 1, the author describes the selections she has made and why she has made them - in particular, why she chose to exclude Jainism. The book concentrates on the classical period beginning in the 5th century BC (interestingly, a history of Western philosophy would likely begin in the same era, with the same backward glance at the religious and mythical traditions from which it evolved). The 6 classical darsanas are mentioned, and enough authors and texts are referenced to give you plenty of scope for further study, if you wished.
Highly recommended.
[PeterReeve]
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