World Philosophies by Ninian Smart
A concise comparative survey of major philosophical traditions worldwide that maps their historical contexts, central concepts, and characteristic methods, showing how different cultures approach metaphysics, knowledge, ethics, politics, and the meaning of life. The book emphasizes the importance of situating ideas within religious, social, and linguistic frameworks, discusses problems of translation and interpretation across traditions, and highlights both distinctive perspectives and areas of contact among Indian, Chinese, Islamic, African, Jewish, and Western thought. Its aim is to promote cross-cultural understanding by illustrating how philosophical questions are framed differently and by encouraging respectful, informed comparison.
- Published
- Unknown
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Unknown
- Pages
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
- No ratings yet
- Alternate Titles
- None
This book is not currently on any lists.