Getting started with Indian Philosophy - A list of books
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I’ve often been asked about some good books on Indian Philosophy. So here’s a list for getting started:
Classical Indian Philosophy by Adamson and Ganeri - Peter Adamson and Jonardon Ganeri have spent years in academia talking and researching Indian Philosophy. This book gives a lovely introduction to the general reader without getting into advanced topics. I would recommend it as your first book on Indian Philosophy.
The roots of Vedānta by S. Rangaswami - One of the best books to have a general understanding of Advaita Vedānta. The book gives you enough material to appreciate the originality and depth of Advaita Vedānta.
Indian Philosophy (Vol 1 and 2) by S. Radhakrishnan - An in-depth study of various schools of Indian Philosophy. While Volume 1 is an easy read, Volume 2 covers some advanced topics from Nyāya, Sānkhya, Purva Mimāmsa and Vedānta. Both books are voluminous. It’s recommended to give significant time for thorough reading and reflection.
Moral dilemmas in the Mahābhārata - The book gives a philosophical account of various dilemmas its characters face through their journeys. A little advanced for a beginner, but worth reading.
Let me know your thoughts as you read through these books. Eventually, I will cover some more books for advanced readers.
Getting started with Indian Philosophy - A list of books
Getting started with Indian Philosophy - A list of books
Getting started with Indian Philosophy - A list of books
I’ve often been asked about some good books on Indian Philosophy. So here’s a list for getting started:
Classical Indian Philosophy by Adamson and Ganeri - Peter Adamson and Jonardon Ganeri have spent years in academia talking and researching Indian Philosophy. This book gives a lovely introduction to the general reader without getting into advanced topics. I would recommend it as your first book on Indian Philosophy.
The roots of Vedānta by S. Rangaswami - One of the best books to have a general understanding of Advaita Vedānta. The book gives you enough material to appreciate the originality and depth of Advaita Vedānta.
Indian Philosophy (Vol 1 and 2) by S. Radhakrishnan - An in-depth study of various schools of Indian Philosophy. While Volume 1 is an easy read, Volume 2 covers some advanced topics from Nyāya, Sānkhya, Purva Mimāmsa and Vedānta. Both books are voluminous. It’s recommended to give significant time for thorough reading and reflection.
Moral dilemmas in the Mahābhārata - The book gives a philosophical account of various dilemmas its characters face through their journeys. A little advanced for a beginner, but worth reading.
Let me know your thoughts as you read through these books. Eventually, I will cover some more books for advanced readers.