Publisher's Synopsis
""Outline of the Vedanta System of Philosophy According to Shankara"" is a book written by Paul Deussen and first published in 1906. The book provides an overview of the Vedanta philosophy as expounded by the Indian philosopher Adi Shankara. The Vedanta philosophy is one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy and is based on the Upanishads, the ancient Hindu texts that deal with the nature of reality and the self.The book is divided into six chapters, each of which deals with a different aspect of the Vedanta philosophy. The first chapter provides an introduction to the Upanishads and the Vedanta philosophy. The second chapter discusses the nature of Brahman, the ultimate reality according to the Vedanta philosophy. The third chapter deals with the concept of Maya, the illusion that prevents individuals from realizing their true nature. The fourth chapter discusses the concept of Atman, the true self that is identical with Brahman. The fifth chapter deals with the concept of karma, the law of cause and effect that governs the universe. The final chapter provides a summary of the Vedanta philosophy and its relevance to modern life.Throughout the book, Deussen provides a detailed analysis of Shankara's teachings, drawing on a range of ancient Hindu texts and philosophical traditions. He also discusses the influence of the Vedanta philosophy on Western thought, particularly in the areas of metaphysics and epistemology.Overall, ""Outline of the Vedanta System of Philosophy According to Shankara"" is a comprehensive guide to the Vedanta philosophy, providing readers with a clear and accessible introduction to this important aspect of Hindu thought.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
