Description
Book SynopsisThe proposed book presents an overview of select theories in the classical Vaiśeṣika system of Indian philosophy, such as the concept of categories, creation and existence, atomic theory, consciousness and cognition. It also expounds in detail the concept of dharma, the idea of the highest good and expert testimony as a valid means of knowing in Vaiśeṣika thought. Some of the major themes discussed are the religious inclination of Vaiśeṣika thought towards Pasupata Saivism, the affiliation of the Vaiśeṣika System to the basic foundations of Indian philosophical thought, namely Veda and Yoga, and their insights into science, hermeneutics and metaphysics. In addition, this book includes recent Sanskrit commentaries on key Vaiśeṣika texts and provides a glimpse of Vaiśeṣika studies across the world. Overall, this book enunciates the Vaiśeṣika view from original sources and is an important work for Vaiśeṣika studies in current times for serious students as well as researchers.
Table of ContentsChapter 1. Veda and Vaiśesika.-
Chapter 2. Yoga and Vaiśesika.-
Chapter 3. Concept of Categories in Vaiśesika.-
Chapter 4. Vaiśesika Theory of Creation.-
Chapter 5. Atomic Theory of Vaiśesika.-
Chapter 6.Vaiśesika Insights into Science.-
Chapter 7. Consciousness and Cognition in Vaiśesika.-
Chapter 8. Sabda in Vaiśesika.- Chapter
9. Hermeneutical Principles in Vaiśeṣika.-
Chapter 10. Niḥśreyasa in Vyomavatī.-
Chapter 11. Are the Vaiśeṣikas Pāśupatas.-
Chapter 12. Ethics in Vaiśesika.-
Chapter 13. Recent Sanskrit Commentaries on Vaiśesikasutras.-
Chapter 14. Vaiśesika Studies Across the World.
