{"product_id":"buddhism-as-presented-by-the-brahmanical-systems-bibliotheca-indo-buddhica","title":"Buddhism As Presented by the Brahmanical Systems (Bibliotheca Indo-buddhica)","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"85\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"19\"\u003eBook Title:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"83\"\u003eBrahmanical and Buddhist Philosophies: A Comparative Analysis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"298\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"121\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"121\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"99\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chitrarekha V. Kher\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"147\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"147\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"137\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"166\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"166\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"160\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 692\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"191\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"191\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"179\"\u003eCover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"225\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"225\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"209\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23 cm x 15 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"248\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"248\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"239\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 890 gm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"270\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"270\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"263\"\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1992\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"298\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"298\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"282\"\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9788170302933\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"303\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"329\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"329\"\u003eBook Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"350\"\u003eAbout the Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"353\"\u003eThis comprehensive work delves into the philosophical systems of India, analyzing both the \u003cstrong data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"459\"\u003eBrahmanical\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eBuddhist\u003c\/strong\u003e traditions, with a focus on their differing views on reality and spiritual experiences. The Indian philosophical systems are traditionally divided into two broad categories: the \u003cstrong data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eAstika\u003c\/strong\u003e (orthodox) systems, which accept the Vedas as the ultimate source of authority, and the \u003cstrong data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"765\"\u003eNastika\u003c\/strong\u003e (heterodox) systems, which reject the Vedas and include \u003cstrong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"834\"\u003eBuddhism\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"850\"\u003eJainism\u003c\/strong\u003e. The division reflects not only the acceptance or rejection of the Vedas but also the contrasting approaches these systems take to solving the problem of reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eBrahmanical\u003c\/strong\u003e systems (including Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Sankhya, Yoga, Purva Mimamsa, and Uttara Mimamsa) emphasize a positive outlook toward life and reality, integrating belief in the Vedic scriptures and adhering to traditional social orders. On the other hand, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003eBuddhism\u003c\/strong\u003e has always taken a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003enegative stance\u003c\/strong\u003e—rejecting the Vedic system, the caste system, and even the idea of an eternal soul. This book explores how these systems have been in continuous intellectual conflict, especially in their views on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eself\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003ecausality\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003esoul\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003esocial order\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eKey Themes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"4879\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003ePhilosophical Division:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003eThe book explains the division between the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003eAstika\u003c\/strong\u003e (orthodox) systems, which include the six classical schools of Indian philosophy that accept the authority of the Vedas, and the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003eNastika\u003c\/strong\u003e (heterodox) systems like \u003cstrong data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003eBuddhism\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1900\"\u003eJainism\u003c\/strong\u003e that reject the Vedas. This distinction does not merely mark a difference in the acceptance of sacred texts but also reflects deeper philosophical disagreements, particularly in the interpretation of reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003eBrahmanical Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003esix orthodox Brahmanical systems\u003c\/strong\u003e—\u003cstrong data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003eNyaya\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003eVaisheshika\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2224\"\u003eSankhya\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2234\"\u003eYoga\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2236\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003ePurva Mimamsa\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2277\"\u003eUttara Mimamsa\u003c\/strong\u003e—are discussed in depth, highlighting their shared focus on Vedic authority, social order, and the acceptance of an eternal soul. These systems emphasize the importance of tradition and social harmony, which are built on the belief in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2512\" data-end=\"2526\"\u003esacrifices\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2539\"\u003erituals\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2572\"\u003efour stages of life\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"3044\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2578\" data-end=\"3044\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2578\" data-end=\"2602\"\u003eBuddhist Philosophy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2605\"\u003eIn contrast to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2642\"\u003eBrahmanical\u003c\/strong\u003e systems, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2664\"\u003eBuddhism\u003c\/strong\u003e introduces a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2678\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003enegative approach\u003c\/strong\u003e, rejecting key Brahmanical doctrines. Buddhism denies the existence of an eternal soul (\u003cstrong data-start=\"2788\" data-end=\"2797\"\u003eatman\u003c\/strong\u003e) and posits that everything is in a state of constant flux. The text explains the Buddhist rejection of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2902\" data-end=\"2915\"\u003ecausality\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2917\" data-end=\"2939\"\u003esocial hierarchies\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2945\" data-end=\"2968\"\u003esacrificial rituals\u003c\/strong\u003e, and its focus on \u003cstrong data-start=\"2987\" data-end=\"3000\"\u003esuffering\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3005\" data-end=\"3022\"\u003eenlightenment\u003c\/strong\u003e as the ultimate goal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3046\" data-end=\"3473\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3049\" data-end=\"3473\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3049\" data-end=\"3077\"\u003ePhilosophical Conflicts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3077\" data-end=\"3080\"\u003eThe ongoing \u003cstrong data-start=\"3095\" data-end=\"3119\"\u003eintellectual warfare\u003c\/strong\u003e between \u003cstrong data-start=\"3128\" data-end=\"3143\"\u003eBrahmanical\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3160\"\u003eBuddhist\u003c\/strong\u003e philosophers is explored, particularly in their debates over \u003cstrong data-start=\"3222\" data-end=\"3251\"\u003ethe existence of the soul\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"3253\" data-end=\"3280\"\u003ethe nature of causality\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3286\" data-end=\"3309\"\u003ethe role of rituals\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Brahmanical systems, grounded in tradition, view Buddhism as a disruptive force, while Buddhist thinkers challenge the very foundation of Brahmanical thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3475\" data-end=\"3929\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3478\" data-end=\"3929\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3478\" data-end=\"3525\"\u003eBuddhism's Rejection of Social Hierarchies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3525\" data-end=\"3528\"\u003eBuddhism's \u003cstrong data-start=\"3542\" data-end=\"3563\"\u003eanti-caste stance\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of its most significant philosophical contributions. Rejecting the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3638\" data-end=\"3653\"\u003efour varnas\u003c\/strong\u003e (castes), Buddhism promoted a more egalitarian view of society, where social distinctions based on birth were abolished. This critique of social inequality directly challenged the Brahmanical social order, contributing to its enduring conflict with the Brahmanical tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3931\" data-end=\"4486\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3934\" data-end=\"4486\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3934\" data-end=\"3976\"\u003ePhilosophical Works of Major Thinkers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3976\" data-end=\"3979\"\u003eThe book features \u003cstrong data-start=\"4000\" data-end=\"4015\"\u003e19 chapters\u003c\/strong\u003e detailing the views of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4039\" data-end=\"4051\"\u003eBuddhism\u003c\/strong\u003e as presented by major thinkers in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"4090\" data-end=\"4105\"\u003eBrahmanical\u003c\/strong\u003e traditions. Key chapters cover interpretations of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4156\" data-end=\"4168\"\u003eBuddhism\u003c\/strong\u003e by thinkers like \u003cstrong data-start=\"4186\" data-end=\"4196\"\u003eGotama\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"4198\" data-end=\"4212\"\u003eVatsyayana\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"4214\" data-end=\"4228\"\u003eUdyotakara\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"4230\" data-end=\"4243\"\u003eVacaspati\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"4245\" data-end=\"4257\"\u003eKumarila\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"4259\" data-end=\"4273\"\u003ePrabhakara\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"4275\" data-end=\"4284\"\u003eVyasa\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"4290\" data-end=\"4301\"\u003eSankara\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each chapter offers an analysis of how these scholars dealt with the Buddhist critiques and attempted to refute or incorporate Buddhist ideas into the broader philosophical discourse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4488\" data-end=\"4879\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4491\" data-end=\"4879\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4491\" data-end=\"4535\"\u003eImpact of Buddhism on Indian Philosophy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4535\" data-end=\"4538\"\u003eThe influence of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4558\" data-end=\"4570\"\u003eBuddhism\u003c\/strong\u003e on \u003cstrong data-start=\"4574\" data-end=\"4589\"\u003eBrahmanical\u003c\/strong\u003e thought is explored, particularly in how \u003cstrong data-start=\"4631\" data-end=\"4649\"\u003eBuddhist logic\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"4651\" data-end=\"4661\"\u003eethics\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"4667\" data-end=\"4679\"\u003eontology\u003c\/strong\u003e challenged the assumptions of \u003cstrong data-start=\"4710\" data-end=\"4736\"\u003eBrahmanical philosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e. Despite their philosophical differences, these schools engaged deeply with one another, leading to a rich tradition of intellectual exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4881\" data-end=\"4884\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4886\" data-end=\"4911\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4890\" data-end=\"4911\"\u003eNotable Chapters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4913\" data-end=\"5386\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4913\" data-end=\"5002\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4915\" data-end=\"5002\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4915\" data-end=\"5002\"\u003eBuddhism as presented by Gotama in the Nyayasutra and Vatsyayana in the Nyayabhasya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5003\" data-end=\"5065\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5005\" data-end=\"5065\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5005\" data-end=\"5065\"\u003eBuddhism as presented by Udyotakara in the Nyayavarttika\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5066\" data-end=\"5145\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5068\" data-end=\"5145\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5068\" data-end=\"5145\"\u003eBuddhism as presented by Vacaspati Misra in the Nyayavarttikatatparyatika\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5146\" data-end=\"5206\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5148\" data-end=\"5206\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5148\" data-end=\"5206\"\u003eBuddhism as presented by Kumarila in the Slokavarttika\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5207\" data-end=\"5272\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5209\" data-end=\"5272\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5209\" data-end=\"5272\"\u003eBuddhism as presented by Sankara in the Brahmasutras Bhasya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5273\" data-end=\"5331\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5275\" data-end=\"5331\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5275\" data-end=\"5331\"\u003eBuddhism as presented by Patanjali in the Yogasutras\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5332\" data-end=\"5386\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5334\" data-end=\"5386\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5334\" data-end=\"5386\"\u003eBuddhism as presented by Vyasa in the Yogabhasya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5388\" data-end=\"5571\"\u003eThese chapters provide a comprehensive view of how key \u003cstrong data-start=\"5443\" data-end=\"5471\"\u003eBrahmanical philosophers\u003c\/strong\u003e engaged with \u003cstrong data-start=\"5485\" data-end=\"5505\"\u003eBuddhist thought\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering both criticisms and adaptations of Buddhist principles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5573\" data-end=\"5576\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5578\" data-end=\"5608\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5582\" data-end=\"5608\"\u003eIntroduction Overview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5610\" data-end=\"6273\"\u003eThe introduction lays the foundation for the \u003cstrong data-start=\"5655\" data-end=\"5684\"\u003ephilosophical distinction\u003c\/strong\u003e between the \u003cstrong data-start=\"5697\" data-end=\"5712\"\u003eBrahmanical\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"5717\" data-end=\"5729\"\u003eBuddhist\u003c\/strong\u003e systems. It explains how the division is based on the \u003cstrong data-start=\"5784\" data-end=\"5824\"\u003eacceptance or rejection of the Vedas\u003c\/strong\u003e and their implications for social and spiritual life. It also discusses the \u003cstrong data-start=\"5901\" data-end=\"5922\"\u003enegative attitude\u003c\/strong\u003e of Buddhism toward social structures, the caste system, and the material world, in contrast to the positive outlook of Brahmanical systems. The introduction touches upon the \u003cstrong data-start=\"6097\" data-end=\"6129\"\u003eBuddhist critique of rituals\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"6131\" data-end=\"6160\"\u003esocial class distinctions\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong data-start=\"6170\" data-end=\"6190\"\u003esoul's existence\u003c\/strong\u003e, framing these issues within the larger intellectual context of Indian philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6275\" data-end=\"6278\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"6280\" data-end=\"6307\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6284\" data-end=\"6307\"\u003eWhy Read This Book?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"6309\" data-end=\"7202\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"6309\" data-end=\"6515\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6311\" data-end=\"6515\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6311\" data-end=\"6340\"\u003eComprehensive Comparison:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"6340\" data-end=\"6343\"\u003eThe book offers a detailed and comprehensive comparison between the \u003cstrong data-start=\"6414\" data-end=\"6429\"\u003eBrahmanical\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"6434\" data-end=\"6446\"\u003eBuddhist\u003c\/strong\u003e philosophical traditions, covering key texts, thinkers, and debates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"6517\" data-end=\"6732\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6519\" data-end=\"6732\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6519\" data-end=\"6559\"\u003eHistorical and Intellectual Insight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"6559\" data-end=\"6562\"\u003eIt provides invaluable insight into the \u003cstrong data-start=\"6605\" data-end=\"6629\"\u003eintellectual history\u003c\/strong\u003e of India, particularly the evolution of Buddhist thought and its impact on \u003cstrong data-start=\"6705\" data-end=\"6731\"\u003eBrahmanical philosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"6734\" data-end=\"6987\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6736\" data-end=\"6987\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6736\" data-end=\"6773\"\u003eSocial and Philosophical Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"6773\" data-end=\"6776\"\u003eThe book also delves into the \u003cstrong data-start=\"6809\" data-end=\"6832\"\u003esocial implications\u003c\/strong\u003e of these philosophical systems, shedding light on how \u003cstrong data-start=\"6887\" data-end=\"6902\"\u003eBrahmanical\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"6907\" data-end=\"6919\"\u003eBuddhist\u003c\/strong\u003e views shaped societal norms and ethical practices in ancient India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"6989\" data-end=\"7202\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6991\" data-end=\"7202\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6991\" data-end=\"7019\"\u003eScholarship and Clarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"7019\" data-end=\"7022\"\u003eWith clear analysis and thorough research, the book is an excellent resource for those interested in \u003cstrong data-start=\"7126\" data-end=\"7147\"\u003eIndian philosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"7149\" data-end=\"7169\"\u003eBuddhist studies\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"7175\" data-end=\"7201\"\u003ecomparative philosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"7204\" data-end=\"7207\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"7209\" data-end=\"7234\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"7213\" data-end=\"7234\"\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7236\" data-end=\"7558\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"7236\" data-end=\"7259\"\u003eChitrarekha V. Kher\u003c\/strong\u003e is a scholar of \u003cstrong data-start=\"7276\" data-end=\"7297\"\u003eIndian philosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e with a focus on the \u003cstrong data-start=\"7318\" data-end=\"7333\"\u003eBrahmanical\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"7338\" data-end=\"7350\"\u003eBuddhist\u003c\/strong\u003e traditions. 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