Download or read book Relations of Indian Greek and Christian Thought in Antiquity written by Kenneth Reagan Stunkel and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Relations of Indian Greek and Christian Thought in Antiquity written by Kenneth Reagan Stunkel and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Universe and Inner Self in Early Indian and Early Greek Thought written by Seaford Richard Seaford and published by Edinburgh University Press. This book was released on 2016-07-11 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the sixth century BCE onwards there occurred a revolution in thought, with novel ideas such as such as that understanding the inner self is both vital for human well-being and central to understanding the universe. This intellectual transformation is sometimes called the beginning of philosophy. And it occurred - independently it seems - in both India and Greece, but not in the vast Persian Empire that divided them. How was this possible? This is a puzzle that has never been solved. This volume brings together Hellenists and Indologists representing a variety of perspectives on the similarities and differences between the two cultures, and on how to explain them. It offers a collaborative contribution to the burgeoning interest in the Axial Age and will be of interest to anyone intrigued by the big questions inspired by the ancient world.
Download or read book The Origins of Human Rights written by R.U.S Prasad and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2022-09-09 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book studies the history of intercultural human rights. It examines the foundational elements of human rights in the East and the West and provides a comparative analysis of the independent streams of thought originating from the two different geographic spaces. It traces the genesis of the idea of human rights back to ancient Indian and Greco-Roman texts, especially concepts such as the Rigvedic universal moral law, the Upanishadic narratives, the Romans’ model of governance, the rule of law, and administration of justice. It also looks at Cicero’s concept of rights and duties which focuses on quality of compassion and fair play, and Seneca’s expositions on mercy, empathy, justice, and checks on the arbitrary exercise of power. An important contribution, this book fills a significant gap in the study of human rights. It will be useful for students and researchers of political science, ancient history, religion and civilizations, philosophy, history, human rights, governance, law, sociology, and South Asian studies. The book also caters to general readers interested in the history of human rights.
Download or read book World Philosophies written by Ninian Smart and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 470 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: World Philosophiesis a comprehensive survey of the world's philosophical and religious traditions by one of our foremost religious thinkers. Ninian Smart discusses notable figures such as Plato and Kierkegaard in the West, the Buddha and Mao Zedong in Asia, Tempels and Knibanga in Africa, and Rodo and Royce in America. Covering a wide range of topics including Indian ideas of testimony and evidence, Chinese notions of moral development, Buddhist concepts of cosmology and Latin American critiques of materialism, Smart sheds new light on the astonishing diversity of philosophies that have developed throughout history.
Download or read book Myth and Meaning Myth and Order written by Stephen C. Ausband and published by Mercer University Press. This book was released on 2000-09-05 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Cultural Foundations of Mathematics written by C. K. Raju and published by Pearson Education India. This book was released on 2007 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Volume Examines, In Depth, The Implications Of Indian History And Philosophy For Contemporary Mathematics And Science. The Conclusions Challenge Current Formal Mathematics And Its Basis In The Western Dogma That Deduction Is Infallible (Or That It Is Less Fallible Than Induction). The Development Of The Calculus In India, Over A Thousand Years, Is Exhaustively Documented In This Volume, Along With Novel Insights, And Is Related To The Key Sources Of Wealth-Monsoon-Dependent Agriculture And Navigation Required For Overseas Trade - And The Corresponding Requirement Of Timekeeping. Refecting The Usual Double Standard Of Evidence Used To Construct Eurocentric History, A Single, New Standard Of Evidence For Transmissions Is Proposed. Using This, It Is Pointed Out That Jesuits In Cochin, Following The Toledo Model Of Translation, Had Long-Term Opportunity To Transmit Indian Calculus Texts To Europe. The European Navigational Problem Of Determining Latitude, Longitude, And Loxodromes, And The 1582 Gregorian Calendar-Reform, Provided Ample Motivation. The Mathematics In These Earlier Indian Texts Suddenly Starts Appearing In European Works From The Mid-16Th Century Onwards, Providing Compelling Circumstantial Evidence. While The Calculus In India Had Valid Pramana, This Differed From Western Notions Of Proof, And The Indian (Algorismus) Notion Of Number Differed From The European (Abacus) Notion. Hence, Like Their Earlier Difficulties With The Algorismus, Europeans Had Difficulties In Understanding The Calculus, Which, Like Computer Technology, Enhanced The Ability To Calculate, Albeit In A Way Regarded As Epistemologically Insecure. Present-Day Difficulties In Learning Mathematics Are Related, Via Phylogeny Is Ontogeny , To These Historical Difficulties In Assimilating Imported Mathematics. An Appendix Takes Up Further Contemporary Implications Of The New Philosophy Of Mathematics For The Extension Of The Calculus, Which Is Needed To Handle The Infinities Arising In The Study Of Shock Waves And The Renormalization Problem Of Quantum Field Theory.
Download or read book Ancient Economic Thought written by Betsy Price and published by Routledge. This book was released on 1997-04-24 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the interrelationship between economic practice and religion, ethics and social structure in a number of ancient cultures, including ancient East Indian, Hebraic, Greek, Hellenistic, Roman and emerging European cultures.
Download or read book Resources in Ancient Philosophy written by Albert A. Bell and published by Metuchen, N.J. : Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 1991 with total page 858 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide covers all philosophers appearing in standard textbooks, from Thales (580 BC) to Augustine (400 AD). A brief introduction to each thinker or school summarizes their major themes and gives the nonspecialist some idea of the most important problems involved in studying that philosopher. Introductions are provided for each of Plato's dialogues and for various aspects of his thought and of Aristotle's views. The compilers include older books reprinted during this period, older articles included in anthologies, and bibliographies on each author, regardless of date of publication. Each of the more than 7,700 items is annotated. Cross-references and an index of terms are also included.
Download or read book Thought and Faith written by Vassilis Vitsaxis and published by . This book was released on 2009-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The influence of Greek ideas and usages upon the Christian church written by Edwin Hatch and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2024-04-13 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the Impact of Greek Ideas on the Christian Church with Edwin Hatch Dive into the fascinating intersection of Greek philosophy and Christian theology with Edwin Hatch's seminal work, "The Influence of Greek Ideas and Usages upon the Christian Church." This enlightening book sheds light on how ancient Greek thought shaped the development of early Christianity, offering valuable insights into the intellectual and cultural exchanges that occurred during this pivotal period in history. Tracing the Origins of Christian Doctrine Hatch meticulously examines the ways in which Greek philosophical concepts, such as Platonic idealism and Stoic ethics, influenced the formation of Christian doctrine. From discussions on the nature of God to debates about the soul and the afterlife, readers will gain a deeper understanding of how early Christian thinkers grappled with and incorporated Greek ideas into their theological frameworks. Through engaging analysis and compelling historical evidence, Hatch illuminates the complex interplay between Greek and Christian thought, highlighting the ways in which ancient philosophies provided a fertile ground for the growth and development of Christian theology. Unraveling Intellectual and Cultural Exchanges Delve into the intellectual milieu of the ancient world as Hatch explores the vibrant exchange of ideas between Greek philosophers and early Christian theologians. Drawing upon a wealth of primary sources and scholarly research, he uncovers the intricate connections and dialogues that took place across philosophical and religious traditions. From Alexandria to Athens, from the halls of the Academy to the corridors of early Christian communities, "The Influence of Greek Ideas and Usages upon the Christian Church" traces the contours of a dynamic intellectual landscape shaped by diverse cultural influences and philosophical discourses. Why "The Influence of Greek Ideas and Usages upon the Christian Church" Is Essential Reading: Historical Insight: Gain valuable insight into the intellectual and cultural exchanges that shaped the development of early Christianity. Philosophical Foundations: Explore the philosophical underpinnings of Christian doctrine and theology, tracing their origins to ancient Greek thought. Interdisciplinary Analysis: Experience the intersection of philosophy, theology, and history as Hatch navigates the complex terrain of ancient intellectual history.Embark on a thought-provoking journey through the intellectual currents of the ancient world with "The Influence of Greek Ideas and Usages upon the Christian Church." Whether you're a scholar, a student, or a curious reader, this book offers valuable insights into the enduring legacy of Greek philosophy on Christian thought and practice.
Download or read book The Journey of Christianity to India in Late Antiquity written by Nathanael J. Andrade and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2018-04-19 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How did Christianity make its remarkable voyage from the Roman Mediterranean to the Indian subcontinent? By examining the social networks that connected the ancient and late antique Mediterranean to the Indian Ocean, central Asia, and Iran, this book contemplates the social relations that made such movement possible. It also analyzes how the narrative tradition regarding the apostle Judas Thomas, which originated in Upper Mesopotamia and accredited him with evangelizing India, traveled among the social networks of an interconnected late antique world. In this way, the book probes how the Thomas narrative shaped Mediterranean Christian beliefs regarding co-religionists in central Asia and India, impacted local Christian cultures, took shape in a variety of languages, and experienced transformation as it traveled from the Mediterranean to India, and back again.
Download or read book Theologies of Ancient Greek Religion written by Esther Eidinow and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2016-08-03 with total page 443 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Studied for many years by scholars with Christianising assumptions, Greek religion has often been said to be quite unlike Christianity: a matter of particular actions (orthopraxy), rather than particular beliefs (orthodoxies). This volume dares to think that, both in and through religious practices and in and through religious thought and literature, the ancient Greeks engaged in a sustained conversation about the nature of the gods and how to represent and worship them. It excavates the attitudes towards the gods implicit in cult practice and analyses the beliefs about the gods embedded in such diverse texts and contexts as comedy, tragedy, rhetoric, philosophy, ancient Greek blood sacrifice, myth and other forms of storytelling. The result is a richer picture of the supernatural in ancient Greece, and a whole series of fresh questions about how views of and relations to the gods changed over time.
Download or read book Journal of Indian History written by and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book How the People of Ancient Europe Became Christians and the Future Religion of India written by Christian Vernacular Education Society for India and published by . This book was released on 1891 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Higher Hinduism in Relation to Christianity written by Thomas Ebenezer Slater and published by . This book was released on 1906 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Christian Faith and Greek Philosophy in Late Antiquity written by Lionel Ralph Wickham and published by BRILL. This book was released on 1993 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of essays by leading patristic scholars of the U.K. and Germany illuminates aspects of the relation between Christian faith and Greek philosophy.
