Philosophical Foundations of Hinduism English 2000

The book presents an understanding of the philosophical roots of Hinduism: the nature and meaning of Hinduism as revea1ed in its Sruti and Smrti traditions. The discussion begins with an analysis of the Sruti and Smrti streams as integral to Hinduism and shows that the growth and development of Hinduism is a result of constant interaction and mutual influence of the two traditions. It then focuses on the unique Hindu world-view which is the major source of unity of Hinduisms diverse sects and sub-traditions. Prof. Ramamurty examines in detail certain essential aspects of the Hindu philosophical thinking, such as the meaning of dharma as religion, mans understanding of his own existence and reality, the Hindu conception of the divine and human destiny according to Hinduism. Written in a clear style, the book, reflecting the authors deep scholarship in the subject, includes an index and a bibliography for the readers easy reference and further research on the subject.About The AuthorProf. Ramamurty Presently UGC Emeritus Fellow, Philosophy Dept., University of Hyderabad, specializes in Hindu philosophy and religion. His in-depth research on the subject has resulted in the publication of books including Advaitic Mysticism of Sankara; The Central Philosophy of the Rgveda; and Advaita: A Conceptual Analysis.PrefaceAlthough much work has been done on Hinduism dealing with its various aspects very little is done to understand comprehensively the nature and meaning of Hinduism. And most of the work on Hinduism is based rather exclusively on either the Sruti or Smrti tradition of Hinduism. Most of the modern Hindu thinkers have tried to identify Hinduism with its Sruti tradition though Hinduism as believed in an