Transformative Philosophy: A Study of Sankara Fichte, and Heidegger

Book Details:

• Publisher: Sri Satguru Publications

• Author: John A. Taber

• Language: English

• Edition: 1992

• ISBN: 9788170303459

• Pages: 191

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 23 cm x 15 cm

• Weight: 360 gm

About the Book:

Fichte and Sankara: Transformative Philosophers explores the philosophical systems of two profound thinkers, Johann Gottlieb Fichte and Adi Sankara, who viewed philosophy not merely as a search for truth, but as a path to higher states of consciousness. This work delves into their transformative philosophies, examining how their teachings encourage a transition from ordinary consciousness to a higher awareness of reality.

The book consists of four insightful chapters:

1. The Transformative Structure of Sankara's Advaita Vedanta

2. Indian Philosophy, Western Philosophy, and the Problem of Intelligibility

3. Fichte as Transformative Philosopher

4. Ramifications of Transformative Philosophy

In this study, John A. Taber emphasizes the shared vision of both Fichte and Sankara, presenting their philosophies as deeply transformative, encouraging individuals to awaken from the illusion of ordinary experience and reach a state of spiritual awakening. Both philosophers suggest that true knowledge transcends ordinary perception, urging a shift in the knower's relationship to the known. Through a comparative lens, the author highlights the intersections between Eastern and Western thought, offering a deeper understanding of how transformative philosophies shape consciousness and perception.

This book includes comprehensive notes, a bibliography, and an index for easy reference, making it an essential read for those interested in comparative philosophy, spiritual awakening, and the intellectual traditions of both the West and East.

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