The Advaitika and Tāntrika Philosophy of Śaṅkara


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Śaṅkara is well known for his Advaitika philosophy, expounded through his commentaries on the Brahma-sūtra, Upaniṣads and the Bhagavadgītā. However, his independent works on Tāntrika philosophy are not commonly acknowledged and appreciated. This book seeks to analyze and understand the metaphysical and conceptual framework and nuances of his Tāntrika philosophy, especially with reference to his Saundarya-laharī. Apart from this, it also examines the compatibility of this Tāntrika framework with the Advaitika framework, as elaborated by Śaṅkara and Gauḍapāda. The course of this enunciation and examination also presents a lucid discussion of the Śrī-vidyā tradition of Tantra, as well as the significance of devotion (bhakti) in Śaṅkara's philosophy. It is a must read for understanding Śaṅkara's philosophy holistically.




The Philosophy of Sankar's Advaita Vedanta


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Study on SarirakamimamĐsabhasĐya by Sankaracarya.




Vrndāvana in Vaisnava Literature


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The Book Explores The Essential Nature Of Vrndavana, Analysing Various Vaisnava Texts Mythological, Meta-Physical, Devotional And Commentatorial. It Identifies A Notional Sequence Of Ideas Connected With Vrndavana The Description Of A Mythic Place, A Symbolic Place, Etc.




The Cultural Glory of Ancient India


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The Book Surveys The Vedic Literature, Epics, Puranas, Classical Sanskrit Poetry And Prose And The Vast Sastras To Throw Light On Diverse Facets From Politics, Religion And Philosophy To Agriculture, Botany And Architecture Of Ancient Indian Culture.




Society in Ancient India


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Life and Thought of Śaṅkarācārya


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ABOUT THE BOOK:The present work is based on a critical study of all the available sources in the original and attempts a historical reconstruction of Sankara`s life and work.The ideas of Sankara have been generally interpreted in the light of later




Surā, the Liquor and the Vedic Sacrifice


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The Work Offers An In-Depth Study Of The Sautramani Vedic Sacrifice In Its Caraka And Kaukili Forms. It Shows How The Brahmanas Compare It With A Soma Sacrifice, And How Sautramani Itself Has Evolved Over Time.




Buddhism and Socio-economic Life of Eastern India


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This Book Is The First-Ever Effort To Gauge Buddhism S Impact On Socio-Economic Life Under The Palas In Bengal And The Bhaumakaras Of Orissa.




Chandragupta Maurya


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In this fascinating history of one of India's most important rulers, Purushottam Lal Bhargava provides a detailed account of the rise of Chandragupta Maurya, the founder of the Mauryan Empire. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the political and social context, Bhargava provides valuable insights into the life and times of this legendary figure. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of India. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.




Social History of the Tamils, 1707-1947


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The Book Offers An Account Of The Tamils Society, Economy, Religious Beliefs, Educational Mechanisms, Arts And Cultural Expressions (During 1707-1947). It Also Discusses The Profound Influence Of Colonial Rule In The Tradition-Bound Tamilian Society.