Indian Philosophy

1 Unit · Undergraduate

This course offers an introduction to ancient Indian philosophical traditions. We will look first at the distinctive features of philosophy in South Asia, including its particular aims and presuppositions. Thereafter we will look in some detail at two major Hindu traditions from the classical period: Sakhya-Yoga and Advaita Vedanta. We also briefly explore the Hindu traditions of Nyaya and Vaise?ika. From there, we will turn to look at classical Buddhist and Jain philosophy. Our major topics will include metaphysics, consciousness, ego, meditation and the release from human suffering.