Indian Philosophy of Knowledge

by L.C.Shastri

The objective of this highly rewarding book Indian Philosophy of Knowledge is to highlight the main purpose of gaining knowledge.The highest knowledge in Vedas and Upanishads is the Knowledge of Brahman which leads to liberation.The Buddhists aim of knowledge is to remove passions and to show the path of nirvana.The removal of karmic matter is the main theme of Knowledge in Jaina philosophy.About The AuthorL.C.Shastri,born in 1933,is an eminent Indologist.He wrote several important books and research papers on Indian philosophy and religion.He also edited and translated a number of Hindu scriptures into English.Having served as college and University teacher at several institutions,he currently lives a retired life in Ujjain where he continues to pursue his intellectual activities as vigorously as per.