Tadatmya Sambandha – A Study in Relation of Identity

Publisher: Sri Satguru Publications
Author: R. I. Ingalalli
Language: English
Edition: 1990
ISBN: 817030239X
Pages: 122
Cover: Hardcover
Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 14 cm
Weight: 250 gm

About the Book

This thought-provoking book by R. I. Ingalalli delves into the complex and nuanced theory of identity, critically examining the concept of tadatmya—the relation of identity in both Indian and Western philosophical contexts. Drawing from contemporary logic and epistemology, Ingalalli explores the interconnections between absolute and relative (essential) identity, offering a comprehensive analysis of these foundational ideas.

Ingalalli critically assesses the principles of indiscernibility of identicals and identity of indiscernibles, concepts that have been central to discussions of identity in philosophical thought. The book explores two significant paradoxes of identity presented by Frege and Kripke, providing insights into how these dilemmas challenge our understanding of identity.

The author also examines the theory of absolute identity in relation to rigid designation theory and highlights the need to clarify the concepts of essence in light of the scientific understanding of natural kinds. This book serves as a rigorous and insightful exploration of identity, offering readers a deeper understanding of both traditional and contemporary views on the subject.

About the Author

R. I. Ingalalli is a Reader in Philosophy at Karnataka University, Dharwad. Ingalalli has published extensively on philosophical topics, with notable works including Logical Analysis: Meaning and Knowledge and Jnana – Yoga (in Kannada). His scholarly work bridges Indian and Western philosophy, contributing to the ongoing discourse on identity, meaning, and knowledge.