Asian Philosophies and the Idea of Religion: Beyond Faith and Reason

This book explores different types of thought and self-transformative practices that fall outside the traditional Western distinction between philosophy and religion, focusing on Asian traditions. It includes chapters on Buddhist, Confucian, Taoist, Hindu, and Jain philosophies, as well as ancient Greek philosophy and contemporary contemplative and spiritual movements. The volume challenges the notion of a Western philosophical canon defined by rationality and contrasts it with a religious Eastern other. The essays provide a foundation for rethinking dominant categories and achieving a deeper, more plural, and global understanding of philosophy and religion.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 278 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate tapestry of Asian traditions, exploring a range of thought and self-transformative practices that defy easy categorization within the traditional Western divide between philosophy and religion. It features insightful chapters authored by esteemed experts on Buddhist, Confucian, Taoist, Hindu, and Jain philosophies, as well as ancient Greek philosophy and contemporary contemplative and spiritual movements. Moreover, the book challenges the notion of a Western philosophical canon characterized by rationality, in contrast to a religious Eastern other. Through original and thought-provoking essays, this volume seeks to reimagine dominant historical and conceptual categories, broadening our understanding of the multifaceted nature of philosophy and religion on a global scale.

This volume will appeal to scholars and students engaged in the fields of Philosophy of Religion, Asian and Comparative Philosophy, and Religious Studies, offering a rich and multifaceted exploration of the philosophical and religious landscape of Asia.

Weight: 412g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367558147