Description
This comprehensive volume presents Gautama’s Nyaya Sutras, the foundational text of one of India’s six classical schools of philosophy. The Nyaya system revolutionized Indian logical thought by establishing rigorous methods for acquiring valid knowledge through perception, inference, comparison, and testimony. This Motilal Banarsidass edition spans 664 pages of detailed commentary and analysis, making it an indispensable resource for philosophy students, researchers, and anyone serious about understanding the epistemological foundations of Indian thought. The Nyaya philosophy’s systematic approach to logic, argumentation, and debate has influenced centuries of philosophical discourse across South Asia. Whether you’re pursuing higher education in philosophy, comparative religion, or Sanskrit studies, this authoritative text offers deep insights into the nature of knowledge, reasoning, and truth. Essential reading for understanding how ancient Indian thinkers approached questions that remain relevant to contemporary philosophy and cognitive science.
- Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass Publications (1 February 2018)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 664 pages
- ISBN-10 : 8120808967
- ISBN-13 : 978-8120808966
- Dimensions : 22 x 14 x 2 cm
- Country of Origin : India
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gautama’s Nyaya Philosophy book about?
This book presents the Nyaya Sutras by Gautama, which established the Nyaya school of Indian philosophy focused on logic, epistemology, and valid means of knowledge. It covers the systematic analysis of perception, inference, comparison, and verbal testimony as sources of true knowledge.
Is this Nyaya Philosophy book suitable for philosophy students in India?
Yes, this 664-page volume is specifically designed for higher education and is widely used by philosophy students, Sanskrit scholars, and researchers studying Indian philosophical systems. It’s considered an authoritative text for understanding classical Indian logic.
Who should buy Gautama’s Nyaya Philosophy book?
This book is ideal for philosophy students, professors, researchers in Indian philosophy, Sanskrit scholars, and anyone pursuing serious study of epistemology, logic, or classical Indian thought systems. It’s particularly valuable for comparative philosophy studies.
What is the price of Gautama Nyaya Philosophy book in India?
The Gautama: The Nyaya Philosophy book is priced at ₹1,295 at The Bookish Owl. This hardcover edition from Motilal Banarsidass contains 664 pages and is available for online purchase with delivery across India.
Why is the Nyaya system important in Indian philosophy?
The Nyaya system is one of six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy and pioneered formal logic in India. Gautama’s Nyaya Sutras established rigorous methods for philosophical debate, valid reasoning, and epistemology that influenced all subsequent Indian philosophical traditions.
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