Existence and Perception in Medieval Vedānta : Vyāsatīrtha's Defence of Realism in the Nyāyāmr̥ta.

The book 'Existence and Perception in Medieval Vedānta' by Michael T. Williams explores the philosophical contributions of Vyāsatīrtha, a prominent figure in the Mādhva tradition of Vedānta, during the early modern period in South India. It presents a detailed analysis of Vyāsatīrtha'...

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Gespeichert in:
1. Verfasser:
Williams, Michael Thomas
Format:
Elektronisch E-Book
Sprache:
Englisch
Veröffentlicht:
Berlin/Boston : Walter de Gruyter GmbH, 2024.
Ausgabe:
1st ed.
Zusammenfassung:
The book 'Existence and Perception in Medieval Vedānta' by Michael T. Williams explores the philosophical contributions of Vyāsatīrtha, a prominent figure in the Mādhva tradition of Vedānta, during the early modern period in South India. It presents a detailed analysis of Vyāsatīrtha's critique of Advaita philosophy, particularly through his seminal work, the Nyāyāmṛta. The author delves into the historical and intellectual context of Vyāsatīrtha’s thought, his engagement with Navya-Nyāya philosophy, and his influence on subsequent Vedānta scholarship. This scholarly work is intended for an academic audience, particularly those interested in Indian philosophy, religious studies, and the history of ideas. The book emphasizes Vyāsatīrtha's role in shaping Mādhva epistemology and metaphysics, as well as his interactions with other philosophical traditions.
Umfang:
1 online resource (338 pages)
ISBN:
9783110728521
Schlagworte:
Dvaita (Vedanta)
Advaita
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