1960, Radhakrishnan, The Brahma Sutra, The Philosophy of Spiritual Life, First Edition
100.00€
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Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
The Brahma Sutra
The Philosophy of Spiritual Life
Published by George Allen & Unwin Ltd
First Edition
Original Hardcover with Dust Jacket
22 cm x 14 cm
606 pages
Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan (1888–1975) was a distinguished Indian philosopher, academic, and statesman who served as the second President of India from 1962 to 1967. Prior to his presidency, he held prominent academic positions, including professorships at the University of Calcutta and the University of Oxford, where he was appointed as the Spalding Professor of Eastern Religions and Ethics. Radhakrishnan was renowned for his efforts to bridge Eastern and Western philosophical traditions, and his works have significantly contributed to the global understanding of Indian philosophy and religion.
About the book: This book offers an in-depth analysis and interpretation of the Brahma Sutras, foundational texts in the Vedanta school of Hindu philosophy. They are attributed to the sage Badarayana and are estimated to have been composed between 450 BCE and 200 CE. They consist of 555 aphoristic statements that systematically summarize and interpret the philosophical teachings of the Upanishads, addressing the nature of reality (Brahman), the individual soul (Atman), and the universe. The text is organized into four chapters, each divided into four sections, covering topics such as the consistency of the Upanishadic teachings, the means of spiritual knowledge, and the practice of meditation. Radhakrishnan provides a comprehensive commentary on the Brahma Sutras, elucidating their philosophical significance and relevance to spiritual life. He explores the metaphysical concepts presented in the sutras, offering insights into the nature of ultimate reality and the path to spiritual liberation. Radhakrishnan’s interpretation reflects his deep understanding of Advaita Vedanta, a non-dualistic school of thought that emphasizes the unity of the individual soul with Brahman.
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