The Sankhya System (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425340667)

The Sankhya System is a book written by Ramacharaka, also known as Yogi Ramacharaka, that provides a comprehensive overview of the Sankhya philosophy. The Sankhya system is one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy and is considered to be one of the oldest and most influential schools of thought in India.The book begins by introducing the reader to the basic principles of the Sankhya system, including the concept of Purusha (the eternal, unchanging self) and Prakriti (the material world). The author then goes on to explain the twenty-five principles of the Sankhya philosophy in detail, including the five gross elements (earth, water, fire, air, and ether), the five subtle elements (smell, taste, sight, touch, and sound), and the three Gunas (Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas).Throughout the book, Ramacharaka provides practical examples and analogies to help the reader understand the complex concepts of the Sankhya system. He also explores the relationship between the Sankhya philosophy and other Indian schools of thought, such as Yoga and Vedanta.Overall, The Sankhya System is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Hindu philosophy and spirituality. The book provides a clear and concise overview of the Sankhya system, making it accessible to both beginners and advanced students of Indian philosophy.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Inner Teachings of Philosophies and Religions of India, by Yogi Ramacharaka. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766103641.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.

Author: Yogi Ramacharaka
ISBN-10: 1425340660
ISBN-13: 9781425340667
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.10d