Description
This scholarly work bridges the ancient tradition of Indian textual interpretation with modern analytical frameworks, making it an essential resource for students and researchers in philosophy, Sanskrit studies, and comparative literature. The book examines how classical Indian philosophical schools developed sophisticated methodologies for textual analysis—from the grammatical insights of Pāṇini to the hermeneutical principles of Mīmāṃsā and Vedānta. What sets this volume apart is its systematic exploration of how Indian thinkers approached questions of meaning, interpretation, and textual authority long before Western hermeneutics emerged. Ideal for MA and PhD students in Indian philosophy, this hardcover edition from Motilal Banarsidass offers rigorous scholarship presented in accessible English. Whether you’re studying classical commentarial traditions or comparative philosophy, this textbook provides crucial foundations for understanding how texts were analyzed, debated, and transmitted across centuries of Indian intellectual history.
- Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass Publishers (1 January 2010)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 206 pages
- ISBN-10 : 8120834054
- ISBN-13 : 978-8120834057
- Item Weight : 422 g
Frequently Asked Questions
What topics does Indian Philosophy and Text Science cover?
This book explores classical Indian approaches to textual interpretation, including hermeneutical methods from Mīmāṃsā, Vedānta, and grammatical traditions. It examines how Indian philosophers analyzed meaning, authority, and interpretation in Sanskrit texts, making it valuable for students of Indian philosophy and comparative hermeneutics.
Is this book suitable for MA or PhD students in philosophy?
Yes, this is an academic textbook ideal for postgraduate students and researchers in Indian philosophy, Sanskrit studies, and comparative literature. The 206-page hardcover presents rigorous scholarship in accessible English, making complex hermeneutical concepts understandable for serious students.
Who is the publisher of Indian Philosophy and Text Science?
Motilal Banarsidass Publishers, India’s leading academic publisher for Indology and Oriental studies, published this hardcover edition in 2010. Known for scholarly rigor, their publications are trusted resources in universities across India and internationally.
Where can I buy Indian Philosophy and Text Science online in India?
You can buy this book from The Bookish Owl at ₹495 with fast delivery across India. The hardcover edition (ISBN 978-8120834057) is in stock and available for immediate dispatch to students and researchers nationwide.
What is the difference between Indian and Western text science?
This book highlights how Indian philosophers developed sophisticated textual analysis methods centuries before Western hermeneutics, focusing on Sanskrit grammatical precision, commentarial traditions, and epistemological concerns unique to Indian thought. It’s essential reading for understanding comparative approaches to interpretation and meaning.
