Key Concepts in Eastern Philosophy

Oliver Leaman0415173639, 9780415173636, 0415173620

This invaluable survey covers all of the main terms and concepts used in Eastern philosophy. It clearly defines the essential philosophical ideas linked to the traditions of Persia, the Islamic world, Japan, India, China and Tibet, and discusses the major principles of Zoroastrianism, Sufism, Confucianism, Taoism, Hinduism, Shintoism, Buddhism, and beyond. Each entry includes a lively and authoritative critical analysis of the term or concept covered.
This book is a uniquely helpful source for anyone interested in coming to grips with the Eastern philosophical world.

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Table of contents :
CONTENTS……Page 8
INTRODUCTION……Page 10
NOTES ON TEXT……Page 16
KEY THINKERS AND DATES……Page 18
KEY CONCEPTS……Page 20
A……Page 32
B……Page 66
C……Page 89
D……Page 114
E……Page 130
F……Page 150
G……Page 158
H……Page 162
I……Page 167
J……Page 180
K……Page 189
L……Page 203
M……Page 223
N……Page 244
O……Page 260
P……Page 262
Q……Page 273
R……Page 274
S……Page 276
T……Page 284
U……Page 297
V……Page 300
X……Page 307
Y……Page 308
Z……Page 315
REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING……Page 319
INDEX OF TERMS……Page 331