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Matilal, Bimal Krishna. Perception: An Essay on Classic Indian theories of Knowledge
1986, Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Topics: Mental States and Processes; Theoretical Epistemology
Keywords: Buddhist philosophy; Indic history knowledge; Nyaya philosophy; history; theory of history
Traditions: Cultural; Historical; Religious; South Asian
Languages: Classical Sanskrit; English

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Added by: Giada Fratantonio

Abstract: This book is a defence of a form of realism which stands closest to that upheld by the Nyaya-Vaid'sesika school in classical India. The author presents the Nyaya view and critically examines it against that of its traditional opponent, the Buddhist version of phenomenalism and idealism. His reconstruction of Nyaya arguments meets not only traditional Buddhist objections but also those of modern sense-data representationalists

Comment: This can be used as a reading for a course on indian philosophy, focusing on epistemology, and philosophy of science

Difficulty: Intermediate
Recommended use: Specialised reading

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