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This cluster of papers covers a wide range of topics related to Buddhist studies, including the history, culture, philosophy, and modernization of Buddhism in South and East Asia. It explores the influence of Buddhism on various aspects of society and its interaction with other religious and cultural traditions. The cluster also delves into the philosophical underpinnings of Buddhist thought and its impact on contemporary issues such as ethics, economics, and globalization.

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Buddhism; South Asia; East Asia; History; Culture; Philosophy; Religion; Sanskrit; Tibetan Buddhism; Modernization

The Culture and Civilisation of Ancient India in Historical Outline.

1966-06-01

F. R. Allchin , D. D. Kosambi

Indian esoteric Buddhism: a social history of the Tantric movement

2003-06-01

Ronald M. Davidson

Despite the rapid spread of Buddhism, the historical origins of Buddhist thought and practice remain obscure. This ground breaking work describes the genesis of the Tantric movement in early medieval … Despite the rapid spread of Buddhism, the historical origins of Buddhist thought and practice remain obscure. This ground breaking work describes the genesis of the Tantric movement in early medieval India. Drawing on primary documents, many translated for the first time, from Sanskrit, Pakrit, Tibetan, Bengali and Chinese, the author shows the many changes in medieval India society.

The Middle length discourses of the Buddha: a new translation of the Majjhima Nikaya

1995-11-01

Bhikkhu Ñāṇamoli , Bhikkhu Bodhi

BHIKKHU BODHI is an American Buddhist monk, originally from New York City. He received monastic ordination in 1972 in Sri Lanka, where he lived for over twenty years. He is … BHIKKHU BODHI is an American Buddhist monk, originally from New York City. He received monastic ordination in 1972 in Sri Lanka, where he lived for over twenty years. He is the author, translator, or editor of many significant publications including A Comprehensive Manual of Abhidhamma, The Connected Discourses of the Buddha (Samyutta Nikaya), and In the Buddha’s Words: An Anthology of Discourses from the Pail Canon. He is presently working on a complete translation of the Anguttara Nikaya. He lives and teaches at Chuang Yen Monastery in upstate New York. He also teaches at Bodhi Monastery in New Jersey.

Communication and Culture in Ancient India and China.

1973-01-01

Hellmut Wilhelm , Robert T. Oliver

Mahayana Buddhism: the doctrinal foundations

2009-02-01

Paul Williams

Originating in India, M 3 h 0 ayana Buddhism spread to Central Asia, Tibet, Mongolia, China, Japan and other countries of East Asia. In Tibet and East Asia, M 3 … Originating in India, M 3 h 0 ayana Buddhism spread to Central Asia, Tibet, Mongolia, China, Japan and other countries of East Asia. In Tibet and East Asia, M 3 h 0 yana eventually became the prevalent form of Buddhism. Western interest in M 3 h 0 yana has increased considerably over the last twenty-five years, reflected both in the quantity of scholarly material produced and also in the attraction of Westerners towards Tibetan Buddhism and r augThis book aims to provide in one volume an up-to-date and accurate account of the principles of M 3 h 0 yana Buddhism as they are found in both the Indo-Tibetan and East Asian forms of M 3 h 0 yana. It seeks to introduce and reflect some of the recent scholarly work in the field, and in particular the book is concerned to convey the diversity and richness of M 3 h 0 yana Buddhism, a diversity which prevents any attempt at simple definition.

The British discovery of Buddhism

1989-07-01

Philip C. Almond

Preface Introduction 1. The discovery of Buddhism 2. Buddhism and the 'oriental mind' 3. The Buddha - from myth to history 4. The Victorians and Buddhist doctrine 5. Victorian precepts … Preface Introduction 1. The discovery of Buddhism 2. Buddhism and the 'oriental mind' 3. The Buddha - from myth to history 4. The Victorians and Buddhist doctrine 5. Victorian precepts and Buddhist practice 6. 'The heathen in his blindness'? Conclusion Notes Bibliography Index.

Epistemology, Logic, and Grammar in Indian Philosophical Analysis

1971-12-31

Bimal Krishna Matilal

The south Indian temple: authority, honour and redistribution

1976-07-01

Arjun Appadurai , Carol A. Breckenridge

The sacred groves of Western Ghats in India

1976-04-01

Madhav Gadgil , V. D. Vartak

Introduction to Buddhism: Teachings, History and Practices.

1992-01-01

Wilhelm Halbfaß , Peter Harvey

In this second edition of the best-selling Introduction to Buddhism, Peter Harvey provides a comprehensive introduction to the development of the Buddhist tradition in both Asia and the West. Extensively … In this second edition of the best-selling Introduction to Buddhism, Peter Harvey provides a comprehensive introduction to the development of the Buddhist tradition in both Asia and the West. Extensively revised and fully updated, this edition draws on recent scholarship in the field, exploring the tensions and continuities between the different forms of Buddhism. Harvey critiques and corrects some common misconceptions and mistranslations, and discusses key concepts that have often been over-simplified and over-generalised. The volume includes detailed references to scriptures and secondary literature, an updated bibliography and a section on web resources. Key terms are given in Pali and Sanskrit, and Tibetan words are transliterated in the most easily pronounceable form, making this is a truly accessible account. This is an ideal coursebook for students of religion, Asian philosophy and Asian studies, and is also a useful reference for readers wanting an overview of Buddhism and its beliefs.

Theravada Buddhism: A Social History from Ancient Benares to Modern Colombo

1990-04-01

Jonathan S. Walters , Richard Gombrich

Acknowledgements and Recommendations for Further Reading 1. Introduction 2. Gotama Buddha's Problem Situation 3. The Buddha's Dhamma 4. The Sangha's Discipline 5. The Accomodation between Buddhism and Society in Ancient … Acknowledgements and Recommendations for Further Reading 1. Introduction 2. Gotama Buddha's Problem Situation 3. The Buddha's Dhamma 4. The Sangha's Discipline 5. The Accomodation between Buddhism and Society in Ancient India 6. The Buddhist Tradition in Sri Lanka 7. Protestant Buddhism 8. Current Trends, New Problems Works cited, Abbreviations and Primary Sources References Index

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Living Buddha, Living Christ

1997-01-01

Robert Aitken , Thích Nhất Hạnh

Buddhism in China. A Historical Survey.

1966-01-01

André Bareau , Kenneth Ch'en

CONTENTS: Preface. Table of Chinese Dynasties. Maps of Dynasties. Introduction, Growth and Domestication. Maturity and Acceptance. Decline. Conclusion. Glossary. Chinese Names and Titles. Bibliography. Index. CONTENTS: Preface. Table of Chinese Dynasties. Maps of Dynasties. Introduction, Growth and Domestication. Maturity and Acceptance. Decline. Conclusion. Glossary. Chinese Names and Titles. Bibliography. Index.

A Note on Sanskritization and Westernization

1956-08-01

M. N. Srinivas

The concept of “Sanskritization” was found useful by me in the analysis of the social and religious life of the Coorgs of South India. A few other anthropologists who are … The concept of “Sanskritization” was found useful by me in the analysis of the social and religious life of the Coorgs of South India. A few other anthropologists who are making studies of tribal and village communities in various parts of India seem to find the concept helpful in the analysis of their material, and this fact induces me to attempt a re-examination of it here.

The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying

1994-03-01

John Rowan

The Religion of India: The Sociology of Hinduism and Buddhism.

1959-10-01

Robert Ν. Bellah , Max Weber , Hans H. Gerth +1 more

Buddha Is Hiding

2019-07-22

Aihwa Ong

The Scapegoat

1989-01-01

René Girard

An introduction to Hinduism

1997-01-01

The Indus civilization: a contemporary perspective

2003-06-01

The Nature of Buddhist Ethics

1992-01-01

Damien Keown

Many Rāmāyaṇas

1991-12-31

Merchants and Rulers in Gujarat

1976-12-31

M. N. Pearson

Buddhism and Society

1982-12-31

Melford E. Spiro

The current Western interest in Buddhism and other Eastern religions is--among other reasons--both the result of and the stimulation for an entire library of books purporting to bring the Wisdom … The current Western interest in Buddhism and other Eastern religions is--among other reasons--both the result of and the stimulation for an entire library of books purporting to bring the Wisdom of the East to an audience for whom the wisdom of the West has failed. This book is not an example of that genre. It is an attempt to interpret Buddhism in the light of some current theories about religion. As a work of scholarship, rather than a homiletic tract or an apologetic treatise, its aim is to understand Buddhism as one historical variant of the generic human attempt to find meaning and hope in a sacred order that transcends the mundane order of existence; its aime is not to encourage or discourage either a devotional or a soteriological interest in Buddhism.

The Archetypal Actions Of Ritual

1994-09-22

Caroline Humphrey , James Laidlaw

Abstract Religious rituals can provoke a deeply ambigious reaction in those who practise them. What happens in religious traditions when the nature of the ritual is questioned, but the practice … Abstract Religious rituals can provoke a deeply ambigious reaction in those who practise them. What happens in religious traditions when the nature of the ritual is questioned, but the practice of performing rituals is not itself abandoned? This book draws on the authors' observations of such reactions among Jains in western India, and asks why they can tell us about ritual as a universal mode of human action. Most anthropologists have assumed that ritual is a special kind of happening, which requires a special kind of interpretation. The authors argue that 'ritual' is a quality which can in principle apply to any kind of action. The question they try to answer is: what is distinctive about actions which are ritualized? They reject the common view that ritual carries intrinsic meaning, and explore the apparent paradox that ritualization, which makes action in an important sense non-intentional, is itself the result of an intentional act - the adoption by the actor of what the authors call the 'ritual commitment'.

The Rigveda: the earliest religious poetry of India

2015-05-20

Stephanie W. Jamison , Joel P. Brereton

VOLUME I Acknowledgements Introduction Mandala I Mandala II Mandala III Mandala IV VOLUME II Mandala V Mandala VI Mandala VII Mandala VIII VOLUME III Mandala IX Mandala X Bibliography Index … VOLUME I Acknowledgements Introduction Mandala I Mandala II Mandala III Mandala IV VOLUME II Mandala V Mandala VI Mandala VII Mandala VIII VOLUME III Mandala IX Mandala X Bibliography Index of Hymns by Deity and Poet

Tata Lectures on Theta I

2007-01-01

David Mumford

This volume contains the first two out of four chapters which are intended to survey a large part of the theory of theta functions. These notes grew out of a … This volume contains the first two out of four chapters which are intended to survey a large part of the theory of theta functions. These notes grew out of a series of lectures given at the Tata Insti

ත්&zwj;රිපිටකය ග්&zwj;රන්ථාරූඪ කිරීම හා අනුරාධපුර යුගයේ ග්&zwj;රන්ථකරණය පිළිබඳ ඓතිහාසික අධ්&zwj;යයනයක් - A Historical Study on the Transcription of the Tripitaka and Manuscript Writing during the Anuradhapura Period

2025-06-24

A.S. Rubasinghe , B. G. S. P. Wimalasiri , R.A.A.S. Ranaweera | Sri Lanka Library Review

This historical study focuses on the “transcribing the Tripitaka” and the subsequent development of “manuscript writing” during the Anuradhapura period in Sri Lanka. Prior to its documentation, the Tripitaka was … This historical study focuses on the “transcribing the Tripitaka” and the subsequent development of “manuscript writing” during the Anuradhapura period in Sri Lanka. Prior to its documentation, the Tripitaka was maintained through an oral tradition, passed down by Bhāṇaka monks. However, crises such as the ‘Baminithiya famine’ and foreign invasions posed serious threats to the continuation of this oral transmission. As a result, there emerged a pressing need to preserve the Dhamma in written form. The transition from oral to written tradition marked a significant turning point in the history of Buddhist literature in Sri Lanka. This study investigates how manuscript writing developed during the Anuradhapura period, a topic that has received limited scholarly attention. Therefore, the research aims to fill this gap by critically analyzing the methods of manuscript production in that era. Both primary and secondary sources were used in this study, applying historical analysis methods. The findings confirm that the process of writing began based on the existing oral tradition, and that transcribing the Tripitaka helped establish a more stable foundation for Buddhist literature in Sri Lanka. In conclusion, the transcription of the Tripitaka led to a significant shift in Sri Lanka’s literary history, providing a strong base for the growth of written literature. Today’s publishing systems, including the methods of writing, copying, and distributing texts, began with past practices.

Non-Dual Śaivism and the Panentheism of Karl Christian Friedrich Krause

2025-06-24

Klara Hedling , Benedikt Paul Göcke | Religions

This paper explores striking philosophical parallels between Karl Christian Friedrich Krause’s 19th-century articulation of panentheism and the much earlier non-dual Śaiva philosophy of the Pratyabhijñā school in Kashmir. While Krause … This paper explores striking philosophical parallels between Karl Christian Friedrich Krause’s 19th-century articulation of panentheism and the much earlier non-dual Śaiva philosophy of the Pratyabhijñā school in Kashmir. While Krause is widely credited with coining the term panentheism, models of divine immanence and transcendence akin to panentheism are already present in the Pratyabhijñā tradition. Through comparative analysis, the study identifies key convergences between these two systems in their metaphysics of ultimate reality, their accounts of liberation through knowledge, the role of the teacher in the liberative process, their views on the purpose of creation and their respective treatments of evil. The paper concludes by examining significant points of divergence, shedding light on the distinctive trajectories and theological commitments of each tradition.

Omnipresence from an Ontological to a Relational Concept, from Nyāya to Viśiṣṭādvaita Vedānta

2025-06-24

Elisa Freschi | Oxford University Press eBooks

Abstract This chapter discusses the different understanding of omnipresence among Sanskrit philosophers, especially in connection to how the concept is applied to aether, time, space, selves, or to God. The … Abstract This chapter discusses the different understanding of omnipresence among Sanskrit philosophers, especially in connection to how the concept is applied to aether, time, space, selves, or to God. The main school of rational theology within the Sanskrit cosmopolis, that is, the Nyāya school, argued in favour of omnipresence because otherwise the Lord could not extend Their power to all locations in space. Omnipresence is therefore needed by the assumption of Their omnipotence. A few centuries later, a different school of theology, called Viśiṣṭādvaita Vedānta, focused on a different concept of ‘God’, focusing on the personal relation to Him. They accordingly suggested a different understanding of omnipresence, this time highlighting how God is omnipresent not by pervading space, but through His own body, which is the world as we know it, including conscious and unconscious entities.

Omnipresence of Karma and Causality in the Buddhist Universe

2025-06-24

Monima Chadha | Oxford University Press eBooks

Abstract According to classical Indian Buddhists the fate of beings in the world is governed by the law of karma, rather than the Gods. Karma offers a moral cosmology as … Abstract According to classical Indian Buddhists the fate of beings in the world is governed by the law of karma, rather than the Gods. Karma offers a moral cosmology as well as a psychological doctrine that explains the fate of human beings and their evolution through the cycle of birth and rebirth. The Abhidharma Buddhists in the classical Indian tradition developed the psychological doctrine by reference to causal relations between dhammas (physical and psychological atoms). This chapter will explain this Buddhist background, and elucidate that the Buddhist version of the pan-Indian karma theory, which, if anything, plays the role of the ‘Unmoved Mover’ and thus is the best candidate for the divine in classical Indian Buddhism. The divine in this sense is omnipresent, but not omnipotent or omniscient.

MYSTICS, THEOSOPHISTS, AND VIJÑĀNA AS SCIENTIA SACRA:

2025-06-24

Soumen Mukherjee | Anthem Press eBooks

Interrogating the One Who Started It All: A Critical Appraisal of Jaina Critique of Nyāya Notion of God in Guṇaratna’s Tarka-Rahasya-Dīpikā

2025-06-23

Ajay Kumar Verma | Journal of Indian Council of Philosophical Research

Speaking from Shiva’s Temple:

2025-06-22

| State University of New York Press eBooks

Stories of Faith from the Yoga Mat: A Case Study of Women’s Yoga Retreats

2025-06-21

Aneliya Manova | Literatura Ludowa

This article presents empirical material on faith storytelling in the compilation between Orthodox Christianity and New Age spirituality. These kinds of faith syntheses are endemic to modern people, emancipated from … This article presents empirical material on faith storytelling in the compilation between Orthodox Christianity and New Age spirituality. These kinds of faith syntheses are endemic to modern people, emancipated from the rules and roles of traditional religious institutions, but also in constant search for new ways to connect with the divine. In full accord with contemporary spirituality, the collected narratives are intended to demonstrate the complex forms under which religious identity is constructed today. The particular case study of women’s yoga getaways, often called “retreats”, also provides in-depth accounts of this new form of travel that has become increasingly popular in recent decades. The methodological apparatus of the article is organized around an interpretive approach focused on the analysis of narratives collected from women participants in the retreat. Through examples from the author’s fieldwork, the paper will demonstrate how the yoga mat creates a pathway to the divine and what this might look like in the context of a post-socialist, Eastern Orthodox country like Bulgaria.

A Study of the Gilt-Bronze Seated Avalokiteśvara and Kṣitigarbha Bodhisattvas Dated 1351 at Haeinsa Temple in Hapcheon

2025-06-20

Chuyeon Kim | Misulsa Yeongu Journal of Art History

The Content and Characteristics of the Votive Prayers Interred Within the Seated Avalokiteśvara and Kṣitigarbha Bodhisattvas at Haeinsa Temple

2025-06-20

Eunje Shin | Misulsa Yeongu Journal of Art History

Historical and Contemporary Perspectives on the Devadasi System: A Systematic Review

2025-06-20

Vaidehi Uniyal , Debapriya Ganguly | Sexuality & Culture

योगाग्नि एवं यज्ञाग्नि: एक विवेचनात्मक अध्ययन

2025-06-19

Madhu | Interdisciplinary Journal of Yagya Research

भारतीय संस्कृति के प्राचीन ग्रंथ ऋग्वेद का आरंभ अग्नि की स्तुति के साथ ही हुआ है। इस उच्चस्तरीय ऊर्जा को वेदों में यज्ञ के तत्वदर्शन में यज्ञाग्नि के रूप में, … भारतीय संस्कृति के प्राचीन ग्रंथ ऋग्वेद का आरंभ अग्नि की स्तुति के साथ ही हुआ है। इस उच्चस्तरीय ऊर्जा को वेदों में यज्ञ के तत्वदर्शन में यज्ञाग्नि के रूप में, तथा योग शास्त्रों में योगाग्नि के रूप में दर्शाया गया है। योगाग्नि एवं यज्ञाग्नि की परिभाषा एक समग्र चिंतन है, परंतु एक स्थान पर इनका वर्णन नहीं मिलता, जिससे यह विषय गंभीर अध्ययन एवं पर्यवेक्षण की माँग करता है। योगाग्नि उच्चस्तरीय ऊर्जा है, जो उच्चस्तरीय योग साधनाओं से प्राप्त की जा सकती है। आत्मा का परमात्मा से मिलन जिस ऊर्जा को जन्म देता है वह योगाग्नि है। यज्ञाग्नि एक उच्चस्तरीय ऊर्जा है, जो अन्तः के सुप्त सामर्थ्यों को जगाने में उपयुक्त होती है। यज्ञ की अग्नि यज्ञाग्नि का स्वरूप धारण करती है, जो अन्तर्यज्ञ एवं बहिर्यज्ञ दोनों का प्रयोजन सिद्ध करती है। जो चेतना को प्रभावित करे उसे यज्ञाग्नि कहते हैं। कुण्डलिनी को प्राणाग्नि या योगाग्नि कहा गया है। जो ब्रह्मांड में है, वही पिंड में भी है। मेरुदंड के आश्रय पर मूलाधार और सहस्रार के मध्य बहने वाली ऊर्जा ही कुण्डलिनी है। कुण्डलिनी साधना ही वह सुगम और सहज मार्ग है, जिसके माध्यम से समष्टिगत प्राण से स्वयं को ऊर्जावान, प्रकाशवान बनाया जा सकता है। अग्नि (यज्ञाग्नि) और प्राणवायु के आघात से प्रसुप्त कुण्डलिनी जाग्रत होती है, जिससे सहस्रार तक का वेधन संभव होता है और मोक्ष प्राप्त होता है। भारतीय विचारधारा में कुण्डलिनी को पिंड तक सीमित न कर ब्रह्मांड तक पाँच आयामों में व्यक्त किया गया है। उसकी व्याख्या पाँच नामों से की जाती है — प्राणविद्युत, जीवनीशक्ति, योगाग्नि, अन्तःऊर्जा, ब्रह्मज्योति। कुण्डलिनी का तीसरा नाम है योगाग्नि, जिसे तपश्चर्या के आधार पर प्रयत्नपूर्वक प्रकट किया जाता है। त्रिपदा गायत्री की ऊर्जा — कालाग्नि, प्राणाग्नि, योगाग्नि के रूप में — तथा कुण्डलिनी की ब्रह्म ऊर्जा के साथ अभिव्यक्ति प्रस्तुत शोध में प्रस्तुत है। योगाग्नि और यज्ञाग्नि की उच्चस्तरीय ऊर्जा को भी तीन आयामों में समझने हेतु पिण्ड-ब्रह्माण्ड की ऊर्जा के परिप्रेक्ष्य में तुलनात्मक सन्दर्भ दिया गया है। यज्ञाग्नि एवं योगाग्नि एक ही उच्चस्तरीय ऊर्जा को इंगित करते हैं। योग साधनाओं द्वारा अथवा यज्ञ अनुष्ठानों द्वारा यज्ञाग्नि–योगाग्नि की पिंड से परे ब्रह्माण्ड ऊर्जा के परिप्रेक्ष्य में प्रतिष्ठापना हो जाती है। The ancient Indian scripture Rigveda begins with the praise of fire (Agni). This supreme form of energy is portrayed in the Vedas as Yagya Agni (sacrificial fire) and in Yogic texts as Yoga Agni (yogic fire). The definitions of Yoga Agni and Yagya Agni represent a comprehensive philosophical contemplation; however, their descriptions are not found in a single place, making this subject one that demands serious study and observation. Yoga Agni is a higher form of energy that can be attained through advanced yogic practices. The energy born from the union of the soul (Atman) with the Supreme (Paramatman) is known as Yoga Agni. Yagya Agni is also a higher-level energy that helps awaken the dormant powers within. The fire of a Yagya assumes the form of Yagya Agni, fulfilling the purpose of both internal (Antar Yagya) and external (Bahir Yagya) sacrificial acts. The energy that influences consciousness is called Yagya Agni. Kundalini is referred to as Pranagni or Yoga Agni. What exists in the cosmos is mirrored within the individual body (Pinda). Kundalini is the energy that flows along the spine between the Muladhara and Sahasrara chakras. Kundalini Sadhana (spiritual practice) is the simple and accessible path through which one can energize and enlighten oneself with the universal life force. With the combined impact of fire (Yagya Agni) and life force (Prana), the dormant Kundalini awakens, piercing through to the Sahasrara, leading to liberation (Moksha). In Indian philosophy, Kundalini is not limited to the body but is expressed across five dimensions of the cosmos. It is described by five names: Pranavidyut (life electricity), Jivanishakti (life force), Yoga Agni (yogic fire), Antah Urja (inner energy), and Brahmajyoti (divine light). The third name, Yoga Agni, is intentionally awakened through tapascharya (austerities). The energy of Tripada Gayatri (three-footed Gayatri mantra) is expressed as Kalagni (fire of time), Pranagni (fire of life), and Yoga Agni, in conjunction with the Brahmic energy of Kundalini. This research presents a comparative framework to understand the higher-level energies of Yoga Agni and Yagya Agni in three dimensions — within the body (Pinda) and in the universe (Brahmanda). Yagya Agni and Yoga Agni point to the same supreme energy. Through yogic practices or sacrificial rituals, this unified energy of Yagya Agni–Yoga Agni is established in the context of universal energy beyond the individual self.

The Rosary and Reality: A Study on the basis of AKshamalika Upanishad

2025-06-19

Abhimanyu Nair | International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research

This study is based on the metaphysical characters of Śaivism represented in the Akṣamālikopaniṣad. The Upaniṣad is directly related to the ritualistic and devotional standards of Śaivism; however, the philosophical … This study is based on the metaphysical characters of Śaivism represented in the Akṣamālikopaniṣad. The Upaniṣad is directly related to the ritualistic and devotional standards of Śaivism; however, the philosophical means of Śaivism are also presented in this Upaniṣad to an extent. The Śaiva metaphysics is recognized with terms like Pati, Paśu, Pāśa, and Mokṣa. This paper elaborately discusses these terms based on the key terms of Śaivism with references to the Akṣamālikopaniṣad.

Li Bohan 李博寒: <i>A Sanskrit–Chinese Comparative Collation Study of the Larger Sukhāvatīvyūhasūtra Grammar</i> (基于梵汉对勘的《无量寿经》语法研究) Shanghai: Zhongxi Book Company, 2023. ISBN 978 7 5475 2075 8.

2025-06-18

Francesco Barchi | Bulletin of the School of Oriental and African Studies

FAMOUS TEMPLES OF BHARATH

2025-06-18

Mrs.Dadala Geetha , Mr. A. Bhanu Prasad , keethana Pasupoju Shivani | International jounal of information technology and computer engineering.

In conventional writings on sacred architecture, there has been limited focus on the dynamic and multidimensional nature of the Hindu temple's role in informing spiritual, cultural, and societal practices. This … In conventional writings on sacred architecture, there has been limited focus on the dynamic and multidimensional nature of the Hindu temple's role in informing spiritual, cultural, and societal practices. This research offers a developed understanding of Hindu temple architecture as a holistic system conceived not only for religious worship but also for bringing the individual into contact with divinity through symbolic and experiential modes. Growth from 600 CE through 1600 CE indicates a substantial increase in both scale and intricacy of temple development, aided by developments in engineering and art. More significantly, they are religious institutions and, at the same time, maintain community functions like education, arts, and public discourse hence capturing the integrated worldview of Hinduism. Traditional research has devoted less than 40% to the multifaceted nature of Hindu temples beyond religion. This paper recasts temples as integrated systems incorporating spirituality, culture, and communal life. In the Gupta era (4th–6th century CE), temple building changed from wood to stone, enhancing structural durability by 60%. Temple building grew by 75% between 600–1600 CE, with 50% of their purpose being civic and educational. Temple architecture reflects Hindu philosophy's complete integration of sacred and secular life. In ancient India, temples facilitated 65% of knowledge sharing and 80% of cultural exchange.

Speak, Memory: Dignāga, Consciousness, and Awareness

2025-06-12

Nicholas Silins | Australasian Journal of Philosophy

Camma (Hide or Leather) in Theravāda-Vinaya: The Tension Between Permission and Prohibition

2025-06-11

Ja-Rang Lee | Religions

This paper examines the issue of Buddhist monastics’ use of leather by analyzing the cases of leather (camma) in the Pāli vinaya. Leather is a household item that can conflict … This paper examines the issue of Buddhist monastics’ use of leather by analyzing the cases of leather (camma) in the Pāli vinaya. Leather is a household item that can conflict with the core Buddhist values of non-killing (ahiṃsā) and compassion (karuṇā), because it is obtained through the killing of animals. Therefore, the issue of leather use by monastics should be carefully investigated. According to the Pāli vinaya, the use of leather is sometimes permitted and sometimes prohibited, but the criteria for making this judgment are not clear. In the commentaries on the Pāli vinaya, “use” (paribhoga) is permitted, but “carrying around” (pariharaṇa) is prohibited. However, when looking at the leather-related cases in the Pāli vinaya, there are cases where monastics are reluctant to use leather itself, so there are still some parts that cannot be fully explained in the commentaries. Focusing on the rules regarding the use of leather in the Pāli vinaya, this paper examines the primary factors that have become the criteria for permitting or prohibiting the use of leather by monastics. Through this, the paper aims to reveal that the rules on the use of leather are more deeply connected to the perceptions of secular society than to the core Buddhist values of non-killing and compassion.

A Critical Study of Śrī Jagannāth Journal

2025-06-11

Pratikshya Priyadarshini Nath | INTERANTIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT

Abstract: Although discussions on various Oḍiā magazines published since the 19th century are available (Mahāpātra, 1958; Kar, 2018; Patnaik, 1982; Padhi, 2015), specific discussions about the Śrī Jagannāth magazine are … Abstract: Although discussions on various Oḍiā magazines published since the 19th century are available (Mahāpātra, 1958; Kar, 2018; Patnaik, 1982; Padhi, 2015), specific discussions about the Śrī Jagannāth magazine are notably absent. In the context of Oḍiśā’s religious, cultural, and literary landscape, the Śrī Jagannāth magazine holds a significant position as a vital medium. This magazine has played a visionary role in promoting Jagannāth consciousness, enriching Oḍiā literature, and advancing cultural development. Through its spiritual perspective on Jagannāth philosophy, the magazine furthers the values of Oḍiā culture. It extensively covers aspects of Jagannāth religion, including festivals like the Rath Yātrā, Nabakal̥ebara, and other worship practices. Among all media platforms, this magazine has an unparalleled role, addressing religious thought, historical events, and social transformations. From religious, literary, and cultural perspectives, the Śrī Jagannāth magazine has significantly contributed to the development of Oḍiā literature. It features contributions from multiple writers, with articles focusing on religion, devotion, heritage, and the glory of Lord Jagannāth. The magazine serves as a platform where Oḍiśā’s unique worldview, culture, and religious ideals find expression. Keywords: Religious journals of Oḍiśā, Śrī Jagannāth Research Institute, Śrī Jagannāth journals, religious values, literary values, and cultural values,

Theory of Kingship in the Manusmṛti: Daṇḍa, Dharma, and the Moral Responsibility of Political Power

2025-06-11

Anoop Kumar Suraj | Journal of Dharma Studies

Revisiting Ambedkar’s Thought: The Three Major Interpretations on His Thinking

2025-06-06

Swamy Kalva | Contemporary Voice of Dalit

This article delves into Dr B. R. Ambedkar’s nuanced perspectives on capitalism and development, exploring how various divisions within the Dalit community have interpreted and applied his ideas to contemporary … This article delves into Dr B. R. Ambedkar’s nuanced perspectives on capitalism and development, exploring how various divisions within the Dalit community have interpreted and applied his ideas to contemporary issues such as liberalization and globalization. It identifies three distinct interpretations of thought among Dalit intellectuals: Democratic interpretation of Ambedkarite thought: This group aligns with Ambedkar’s emphasis on democracy as a means to empower marginalized communities. They view capitalism as a system that can coexist with social justice if regulated effectively. Their focus lies in harnessing democratic institutions to address economic disparities. Capitalist interpretation of Ambedkarite thought: In contrast, this interpretation advocates for a more proactive engagement with capitalism. They argue that economic development and entrepreneurship can uplift Dalits, aligning with Ambedkar’s belief in self-reliance. Their perspective seeks to leverage capitalist principles for Dalit advancement. Marxist interpretation of Ambedkarite thought: This faction aligns with the principles of Marxism, seeing capitalism as inherently exploitative. They draw from Ambedkar’s critiques of caste-based economic discrimination and advocate for a radical transformation of the economic system, aiming for socialist alternatives. The article also explores how these categories of Dalit intellectuals have responded to the challenges and opportunities posed by liberalization and globalization, shedding light on the multifaceted nature of Ambedkar’s legacy and its application in contemporary socio-economic contexts. This analysis contributes to a deeper understanding of the evolving discourse within the Dalit community regarding capitalism and development, offering valuable insights into the complex interplay between ideology, policy and social progress.

Nānhā

2025-06-05

Creative Humanism in the Philosophy of Sankaradeva

2025-06-01

Sangita Bora , Gitika Borah | Noesis Literary.

Sankaradeva, the man who laid the foundation of modern Assam, based his contributions on spiritualism, scientific religion, social reformation and a secular outlook. He developed a unique concept of humanism, … Sankaradeva, the man who laid the foundation of modern Assam, based his contributions on spiritualism, scientific religion, social reformation and a secular outlook. He developed a unique concept of humanism, emphasizing oneness, equality, non-discrimination and universal brotherhood. He was not a saint who “led a purely intellectual life, with the equanimity of his mind scarcely disturbed by bereavements and other worldly woes” (Barman, 2008: 14). Rather, he was a devotee who dedicated his life to human welfare. Sankaradeva was born during a transitional period when every nook and corner of Assam was in a deplorable social state, plagued by discrimination, superstition and inequality. He saved and reshaped Assam, earning him the title ‘Jagat Guru’ (world teacher). He challenged all forms of societal classifications and divisions and preached universal brotherhood. He propagated ‘Ek Saran Nam Dharma’ to foster humanism and universalism. Sankaradeva’s humanism is a form of creative humanism. Creative humanism embraces the ideology of unity in diversity and recognizes the boundless possibilities and dimensions of the spirit that regulate human life. Sankaradeva’s philosophy is grounded in Krishna bhakti (worship of Lord Krishna), the spirit that governs an individual’s life, mind and body. According to him, everyone must have the right to offer their devotion to Krishna (the Spirit). This paper seeks to explore the creative humanism of Srimanta Sankaradeva that shaped the foundation of modern Assamese society. Key Words: Creative humanism, spiritualism, universalism, religion

BEYOND GRIEF AND ANGER: A REVIEW OF THE PRINCIPLE OF ANTARAXIA IN RĀMĀYAṆA SPIRITUALITY

2025-05-31

I Komang Suastika Arimbawa | Vidyottama Sanatana International Journal of Hindu Science and Religious Studies

The concept of antaraxia has deep relevance in Hindu spirituality, especially in the teachings of the Rāmāyaṇa. This epic describes how the principle of inner peace can be achieved through … The concept of antaraxia has deep relevance in Hindu spirituality, especially in the teachings of the Rāmāyaṇa. This epic describes how the principle of inner peace can be achieved through the path of bhakti, which is total surrender to God. This study analyzes how the spiritual values in the Rāmāyaṇa, especially through the characters of Rāma, Sītā, Bharata, and Hanuman. These characters represent the seek for inner peace amidst life's suffering and challenges. In the context of Hindu philosophy, the teachings of bhakti not only function as a means of achieving moksa, but also as a solution to the existential problems of modern humans filled with anxiety and conflict. This study uses a qualitative approach with text analysis of the primary sources of the Rāmāyaṇa and various interpretations from classical and modern Hindu literature. The results of this study indicate that the teachings of bhakti in the Rāmāyaṇa can provide deep insights into how to achieve inner balance and face the challenges of contemporary life. Thus, the legacy of Hindu philosophy remains relevant to respond human spiritual problems in the modern era.

Prajñāpāramitā, Upāya and Parināmanā - Centered on the Aṣṭasāhasrikā Prajñāpāramitā Sūtra

2025-05-31

Y. Fu , Binjie ZHOU | Journal of sinological studies

AXIOLOGY OF YOGA IN THE SCRIPTURE OF GHERANDA SAMHITA

2025-05-31

I Gusti Made Widya Sena , Ida Bagus Putu Adnyana , I Komang Arimbawa | Vidyottama Sanatana International Journal of Hindu Science and Religious Studies

The background of this research is that apart from interpreting the verses related to God and yoga practice contextually, it also aims to analyze the axiology of yoga in the … The background of this research is that apart from interpreting the verses related to God and yoga practice contextually, it also aims to analyze the axiology of yoga in the Gheranda Samhita scripture so that the knowledge obtained by academics and yoga practitioners is more comprehensive. Axiology in terms of terms is a study related to the theory of value or the study of everything that can be valuable or provide benefits. One scripture that can be used as a reference to get the value or benefits of yoga is the Gheranda Samhita. Through qualitative descriptive methods, using hermeneutic theory, this research found the following findings: First, Yoga ethics as described in the Gheranda Samhita scripture; Second, Seven exercise as a form of seven yoga practises; Third, Ahara yoga as a form of healthy food consumption; Fourth, Asana, as a body form in doing yoga by doing 32 asana poses; Fifth, Mudra, is another term for the mystical movements of the two hands; Sixth, Pratyahara-Pranayama and Seventh, Dhyana-Samadhi. These seven axiological values of yoga are found in the Gheranda Samhita scripture to help a person achieve physical fitness, mental balance and spiritual awareness.