In Indian, Philosophy and religion are linked intimately, inseparably. Offering a brilliant prefatory discussion on the nature and thematic importance of the vedas, the Upanishads, and the Bhagwad Gita, padhis` book tries to capture India`s fabulous philosophic genius, with comprehensive, at once objective account of all the six classical systems: Also unfolding a panorama of the Hindu pantheonic divinities, the author present Jainism and Buddhism: both the religions and philosophies - with focus on their world - Views of ethics, major doctrines and significant metaphysical theories, among other aspects. About the Author:Bibhu Padhi teaches English at SCS College at Puri - on - Sea, Orissa. His poems and scholarly articles have appeared in magazines and journals of international repute. His fourth book of poems, Painting the House, is in press He has also written a book - length study of D.H.Lawrence.Minakshi Padhi teaches philosophy at SCS College. Her interests include philosophy of religion and contemporary Indian philosophers.
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