Mind-Body Dualism: A Philosophical Investigation: No.6 (Contemporary Researches in Hindu Philosophy & Religion, No.6)

Book Detail

• ISBN: 9788124600719
• Brand: D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd.
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of Pages: 279
• Release Date: 31-12-1996
• Package Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches
• Languages: English

Description

This book compares the Cartesian view of mind-body dualism with the dualism of traditional Indian Sankhya philosophy. The author, Alpana Chakraborty, examines how both philosophies approach the relationship between the mind and body, highlighting the similarities and differences between Western and Indian perspectives.

In doing so, the book provides an insightful analysis of:

• Descartes' mind-body dualism, which presents the mind and body as two separate entities, each with distinct characteristics and functions.
• The Sankhya philosophy, which sees the mind (or citta) and the body (or prakriti) as two distinct, yet interconnected, elements of human existence, with the mind's evolution closely tied to the workings of the material world.

The book highlights the unique aspects of each view and offers a deep dive into the philosophical and metaphysical underpinnings of both systems. It serves as a comparative study for those interested in philosophy, psychology, and the exploration of mind-body relations from Eastern and Western perspectives.

Author Details

• Author: Alpana Chakraborty
• About the Author: Alpana Chakraborty is a scholar who explores the intersections of Western philosophy and Indian traditions, particularly focusing on comparative philosophy.