Publisher's Synopsis
""Three Lectures on the Vedanta Philosophy"" is a book written by F. Max Muller, a renowned German scholar of Indology. The book is a collection of three lectures that were delivered by Muller at the Royal Institution in London in 1894. The Vedanta philosophy is one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy and is based on the Vedas, the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism. In the first lecture, Muller provides an introduction to the Vedanta philosophy, its history, and its significance in Indian culture. He explains the concept of Brahman, the ultimate reality that underlies all existence, and the Atman, the individual self. Muller also discusses the different schools of Vedanta philosophy and their interpretations of the Vedas. The second lecture focuses on the teachings of Shankara, a prominent philosopher and theologian of the Vedanta tradition. Muller explains Shankara's concept of Maya, the illusion of the material world, and how it relates to the ultimate reality of Brahman. He also discusses Shankara's teachings on meditation and self-realization. In the third lecture, Muller examines the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred text of Hinduism that is central to the Vedanta philosophy. He discusses the teachings of Krishna, the divine teacher in the text, and their relevance to the Vedanta philosophy. Muller also explores the themes of action, devotion, and knowledge in the Bhagavad Gita and their role in achieving spiritual liberation. Overall, ""Three Lectures on the Vedanta Philosophy"" is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to one of the most important and influential philosophical traditions of India. Muller's clear and insightful analysis of the Vedanta philosophy and its key texts makes this book an essential read for anyone interested in Indian philosophy and spirituality.1894. Delivered at the Royal Institution in March 1894. Lectures found in this work are entitled: Origin of the Vedanta Philosophy; The Soul and God; Similarities and Differences Between Indian and European Philosophy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
