A Lecture On the Snkhya Philosophy

This lecture by James Robert Ballantyne provides a detailed introduction to Sánkhya philosophy, one of the six major schools of ancient Indian philosophical thought. Ballantyne covers the history and major themes of the philosophical tradition, including the concepts of Prakriti, Purusha, and the Gunas. The text also includes an English translation of the Tattwa Samása, one of the foundational texts of Sánkhya philosophy. With clear explanations and insightful analysis, this book is an excellent introduction to the world of Indian philosophy.

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