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Concise Dictionary of Indian Philosophy: Sanskrit Terms Defined in English- new revised edition

by John Grimes

This new and revised edition provides a comprehensive dictionary of Indian philosophical terms. Terms are provided in both Devanagari and roman transliteration along with their English translations.

Useful for students of both Indian Philosophy and the Sanskrit language.
Each entry is given in transliterated Sanskrit as well as Sanskrit (Devanagri) with definitions in English.

Contains over 500 new listings of frequently used religious terms.
Offers special meanings of words used as technical terms within particular philosophical systems. Cross-referencing is provided and charts are included that offer information regarding relationships, categories, and sourcebooks relevant to individual schools.-

About the author:John Grimes has taught at universities in India, Canada, and the United States and at the National University of Singapore.
He is also the author of Ganapati: Song of the Self.



392 pages US paperback    $30.95
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Anonymous San Ramon Ca US Mar 20, 2010
  An excellent reference resource for individuals wishing to understand the various terms used in Sanskrit spiritual texts such as the Vedas, Bhagavad Gita, and others. A must for those who do not know Devanagari script and cannot use Sanskrit-English dictionaries.


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