Through the Lens of Dharma-Ethics

Book Detail

• Binding: Paperback
• Number of Pages: 327
• Release Date: 01-07-2016
• EAN: 9788192611426
• Package Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.5 x 1.6 inches
• Languages: English

Description

This book explores the philosophical and ethical dimensions of Dharma, presenting Vaidika ethics as an exemplar of Dharma-Ethics. The author investigates the metaphysical affirmations that underpin moral obligations and attempts to answer the fundamental question: Why should one be moral?

Key discussions in the book include:

• The concept of Dharma and its allied principles.
• Different kinds of Karma prescribed for individuals.
• The fourfold scheme of Purushartha (Dharma, Artha, Kama, Moksha).
• The psychology of human volition and motivational forces behind ethical actions.
• The role of imperative statements in ethical decision-making.
• Transcendence of empirical existence through Abhyudaya (worldly prosperity) and Mukti (spiritual liberation).
• A reflection on the hope for mankind’s moral progress, emphasizing the relevance of Dharma in contemporary ethical debates.

This book presents Dharma-Ethics as both a description and a prescription for human life, exploring how individuals live and ought to live in alignment with Dharma.

Who Should Read This Book?

• Scholars and students of Indian philosophy and ethics.
• Anyone interested in Vaidika ethics and its role in moral philosophy.
• Readers looking for a deep, structured analysis of Dharma and its significance in human life.

Author Details

• Author: Indrani Sanyal
• Indrani Sanyal is a prominent scholar in Indian philosophy and ethics, specializing in the concept of Dharma and its application in moral philosophy.