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Philosophy means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit, Christianity. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.

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Purana and Itihasa (epic history)

: Shodhganga: Elements of Art and Architecture in the Trtiyakhanda of the Visnudharmottarapurana

Philosophy refers to one of the topics dealt with in the Puranic literature: a category of ancient Sanskrit texts which gives a huge contribution in the development of Indian literature.鈥擳he Puranas comprises a wide range of subject matters such as Astrology, Astronomy, Medicine, Cosmology, Theology, Philosophy, Literature, Grammar, Art, Architecture, Iconography, etc. All these subject matters are generally depicted through stories and narratives in lucid style in the Puranas. The simplicity of the stories and legends of Puranas always helps the reader get the ideas of different aspects of literature very easily.

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The Purana (啶啶班ぞ啶�, pur膩峁嘺s) refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India鈥檚 vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences. The eighteen mahapuranas total over 400,000 shlokas (metrical couplets) and date to at least several centuries BCE.

Yoga (school of philosophy)

: ORA: Amanaska (king of all yogas): A Critical Edition and Annotated Translation by Jason Birch

Philosophy is denoted by the Sanskrit term Siddh膩nta, according to the Yogay膩j帽avalkya 2.8-10ab.鈥擜ccordingly, while discussing the study of the Upani峁ds and the Pur膩峁嘺s: 鈥淸In the case of Brahmins,] the wise say that the study of philosophy (蝉颈诲诲丑腻苍迟补), [which is the sixth Niyama in this yoga system,] is the study of the Upani峁ds. Like Brahmins, they prescribe the study of [the same] philosophy (蝉颈诲诲丑腻苍迟补) for K峁triyas. And 鈥�...鈥� for good Vai艣yas, possessed of virtuous conduct, as well as [those] 艢奴dras, women and ascetics who maintain their religious duties, the wise say that the study of philosophy (蝉颈诲诲丑腻苍迟补) is the study of the Pur膩峁嘺s鈥�.

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Yoga is originally considered a branch of Hindu philosophy (astika), but both ancient and modern Yoga combine the physical, mental and spiritual. Yoga teaches various physical techniques also known as 膩sanas (postures), used for various purposes (eg., meditation, contemplation, relaxation).

Pancaratra (worship of N膩r膩ya峁嘺)

: Shodhganga: Kasyapa Samhita鈥擳ext on Visha Chikitsa (p)

Philosophy is denoted by the Sanskrit term Tattva and represents one of the principal topics of the P膩帽car膩tra division of the Vai峁ａ箛ava 膧gamas.鈥擳he almighty Hari, out of compassion for mankind in general, felt that the Vedas and 艢膩stras could not be easily grasped and practised by people belonging the diverse communities and cadres, whose potential and comprehension would vary vastly. Hence, he promulgated the P膩帽car膩tra doctrine [teaching for example tattva鈥�philosophy] which is the essence of the Vedas, in a simplified form.

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Pancaratra (啶ぞ啶炧啶氞ぐ啶距い啷嵿ぐ, p膩帽car膩tra) represents a tradition of Hinduism where Narayana is revered and worshipped. Closeley related to Vaishnavism, the Pancaratra literature includes various Agamas and tantras incorporating many Vaishnava philosophies.

Shaiva philosophy

: archive.org: Chittanubodha Shastram By Bhaskara Kantha

The Philosophy of Kashmir Shaivism represents a climax in the tradition of Indian thought. One of the special features of Kashmir Saiva philosophy is that it does not despise other systems of thought and paths to liberation. It rather recognizes that cach has its own truth and its place in the spiritual development of humankind, though some systems may be placed lower in the hierarchy of spiritual paths. The Kashmir Shaiva thinkers believe in pluralism because not all human beings are alike and the different paths and Philosophies are meant for different kinds of people.

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Search found 462 books and stories containing Philosophy; (plurals include: Philosophies). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:

Part 10 - Eastern Philosophy versus Western Philosophy < [Chapter 1 - Introduction]

Part 11 - Conclusion < [Chapter 1 - Introduction]

Part 8.3 - Introduction to Samkhya Philosophy < [Chapter 1 - Introduction]

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Yoga and other Philosophies < [Chapter 2 - Origin and Development of Yoga Philosophy]

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Patanjala-yogasutra-bhashya-vivarana and other philosophies < [Chapter 5 - Observations]

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Verse 2.20.34 < [Chapter 20 - The Glories of Mur膩ri Gupta]

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