A Sourcebook in Indian Philosophy by Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan (PDF)

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Here are the chief riches of more than 3,000 years of Indian philosophical thought-the ancient Vedas, the Upanisads, the epics, the treatises of the heterodox and orthodox systems, the commentaries of the scholastic period, and the contemporary writings. Introductions and interpretive commentaries are provided.

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Editorial Reviews: Review “This book . . . is not only for the Western student, but for all of us who must gauge our impacted twentieth-century world and find our path in its confusion.” ― The New York Times

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⭐The book is pretty thick, and commentary takes up a very small percentage of the pages—just right for a sourcebook. A majority of the time you will be face to face with first hand sources of Indian Philosophy and thought. This type of book is great to read alongside a thorough introduction of the topic.Really, this is 4.5 stars and I’m rounding up. My only complaint is that some of the translations read a little antique. I have been spoiled by a lot of very easily readable translations lately, so it’s hard to go back to riddling out the syntax of a prestigiously educated gentleman of the late 19th century. While I have my eye on a more modern sourcebook of Indian philosophy it’s about 1/3 the length of this one; I don’t think you can find any sourcebook as comprehensive as this—that also has all modern, readable translations. So, I decided knocking a star off would not be justified.I got mine used for pretty cheaply, i feel buying it full price is only worth it if you *need* pristine books in your collection.

⭐While I admittedly have only skimmed through a few chapters, this book appears to be genuine in it’s findings and not biased or of a political agenda.Some of you reading this may be familiar with Alan Watts. He’s one kind of mystic and teacher, the spiritual entertainer who gives you his take on this source material. This is the source itself, I highly speculate, if not – very close to a compendium of Indian philosophy through the ages. Of course, one can begin chronologically with the Rig Veda, but if you find that in a book store most likely it’ll be a compendium itself! The Rig Veda is somewhere around 1000 separate “hymns” and each one is at least a page… not to mention there are 3 other Vedas. All in all this is a nice compendium, and a good book to travel around with and read wherever you may have idle time. Especially if you’re the philosophical type.

⭐I don’t know why nothing with newer commentary has been created since I was in college, but it was neat that a child needed the same text that I had used. I know it’s a book that I held onto!

⭐I’ve read philosophy for some years, including Eastern philosophy, and this book has been an excellent experience! Great, concise picture of important works produced by India thousands of years ago but still valid if what you’re looking for is something more than the discussion of theories not related to your daily, practical life. Although not a religious person, for the first time in my adult life I’ve started to find many, rational ways to reconciliate intuition and reason (the old Western, mainly fictious, dichotomy between heart and mind), and that’s a lot! I recommend reading and re-reading, and studying and even making intimately yours (by heart) many of the teachings you’ll find in A Source of Indian Philosophy

⭐First allow me to say I LOVE philosophy! But I chose only 3 stars as this is above my understanding, even as a grad student.My professor appears to understand what he has doctored in but he cannot convey the understanding to the students. I am not the only student having difficulties. If the professor could thoroughly teach the subject better it would be very interesting to me. Myself and another student have sought out guides to better understand certain passages and terminology. I highly recommend a study guide! When I sell this book back, along with the other two required for the class (have not addressed those readings yet) I will be including notations and a pdf version of a study guide.If all of the book was understood in a clear fashion it would have been worth the money. But I could not find a used book and it was not all clear. Some of the literature was crystal clear. But the rest was not.

⭐Book was what it was supposed to be. Not a good read though. Had to use it for the worst world history class ever.

⭐The book is good

⭐Absolutely loved this book. Great breakdown of Indian philosophy.

⭐Good book. Thank you

⭐I found this book not so easy to read, but still a good book

⭐Wonderful book which has helped me to understand Indian philosophy tremendously.

⭐Got this for my daughter’s university class and she says she is very happy with it.

⭐Book is top, delivery was way too long.

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