Eastern philosophy
Eastern Philosophy: The Basics is an essential introduction to major Indian and Chinese philosophies, both past and present. Exploring familiar metaphysical and ethical questions from the perspectives of different Eastern philosophies, including Confucianism, Daoism, and strands of Buddhism and Hinduism, this book covers key figures, issues, methods and concepts. Questions discussed include:What is the ' self'? Is human nature inherently good or bad? How is the mind related to the world? How ca…
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- Full title :Eastern philosophy / Victoria S. Harrison.
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Eastern Philosophy: The Basics is an essential introduction to major Indian and Chinese philosophies, both past and present. Exploring familiar metaphysical and ethical questions from the perspectives of different Eastern philosophies, including Confucianism, Daoism, and strands of Buddhism and Hinduism, this book covers key figures, issues, methods and concepts. Questions discussed include:What is the ' self'? Is human nature inherently good or bad? How is the mind related to the world? How can you live an authentic life? What is the fundamental nature of reality?
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- Publication Date:2012.
Publication Statements
- Publisher(s):Routledge
- Place of Publication:London
- Language:eng
- Publication Date:2012.
The Physical Object
- Description:xii, 199 pages : : illustrations, maps ; : 20 cm.
Edition Identifiers
- ISBN:9780415587327, 0415587328, 0415587336, 9780415587334
- oclc:ocn793213373
- LC Classification:B121
- Dewey Decimal:181.11
Table of Contents
Introduction 1. Reason 2. Reality 3. Persons 4. Virtue 5. Authenticity 6. Min Conclusion -- Glossary -- Appendix I: Timelines -- Appendix II: List of Useful Websites.
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