The Significance of Prefixes in Sanskrit Philosophical Terminology

Book Detail

• Author: Heimann, Betty
• Brand: D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd.
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of Pages: 134
• Release Date: 30-08-2012
• EAN: 9788124606353
• Package Dimensions: 9.0 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Languages: English

Description:
This volume presents a dynamic approach to translating Sanskrit philosophical texts. The book emphasizes several key principles in translating such texts, including:

• The importance of the fundamental concreteness of the language
• The dynamic nature of the texts
• The resultant ambiguity in meanings
• The necessity for congruence between terms and their specific contexts

The focus is particularly on the use of prefixes in Sanskrit philosophical terminology, with an examination of their relation to verbal roots. The study analyzes the philosophical texts of major schools, such as Vedanta, Mimamsa, Samkhya, Yoga, Nyaya, Vaisesika, Buddhism, and Jainism, to explore how compound-terms are formed and the mental operations expressed within them.

The work argues that prefixes highlight the unique perspectives of each system and retain the motional and emotional significance from their earliest stages. It raises vital questions regarding the role of prefixes and nouns in conveying meaning.

This book will be of particular interest to scholars and students of Indology, Sanskrit language, and philosophy, offering valuable insights into the linguistic intricacies of Sanskrit philosophical texts.

Target Audience:

• Scholars and students of Indology and Sanskrit
• Researchers focusing on Sanskrit philosophy and language
• Those interested in the translation of philosophical texts