Navcharvakkarikavali

Book Detail:

• Author: Sachchidanand Mishra
• Brand: D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd., ICPR
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of Pages: 140
• Release Date: 01-01-2023
• EAN: 9788124611937
• Package Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.8 x 1.3 inches
• Languages: Sanskrit

Description: The book delves into the unique and significant Cārvāka philosophy, which stands out among Indian philosophies for its embrace of materialism. Unlike other Indian schools of thought such as Nyāya, Vaiśeṣika, Sāṁkhya, Jainism, and Buddhism, which refute each other's views and establish their own philosophical systems on logical grounds, Cārvāka has traditionally been criticized for lacking a structured logical system. Historically, it has appeared only as a "pūrvapakṣa" (the opposing side) rather than as a developed, conclusive "siddhānta" (doctrine).

In this work, the author addresses the criticisms leveled against Cārvāka philosophy by prominent thinkers like Dharmakīrti, Śāntarakṣita, Kamalaśīla, Udayanācārya, and Viśvanātha Nyāyapañcānana. Mishra's approach is to reaffirm the Cārvāka philosophy by providing rebuttals from a Cārvāka perspective, grounding its principles and assertions in logical reasoning. The book offers a comprehensive analysis of Cārvāka’s stance on materialism and serves as an invitation for further dialogue among philosophers.

Author Details:

• Sachchidanand Mishra is an established scholar in the field of Indian philosophy, specializing in ancient texts and systems of thought. His work on Cārvāka philosophy seeks to reframe its relevance and logical coherence in contemporary philosophical discourse. Mishra is dedicated to promoting a deeper understanding of Indian philosophical traditions and fostering intellectual dialogue on their various schools of thought.