Dr Madhvi Prasad
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Vaishnavism: Symbolism and the Evolution of Vaishnava Thought
Vaishnavism represents one of the most influential religious and philosophical traditions in Indian thought. Its development…
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Vaishnavism: Philosophy, Bhakti, and Ethical Vision in Indian Thought
This lecture offers a clear and structured introduction to Vaishnavism, one of the most influential traditions…
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Kashmiri Shaivism: A Philosophical Overview
Kashmiri Shaivism is one of the most profound and influential traditions of Indian philosophy. It developed…
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Dravya and Sat in Jain Philosophy
Introduction In Jain philosophy, the inquiry into reality begins not with abstract speculation but with a…
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Shaiva Philosophy: Development and Major Traditions
In the previous class, we attempted to understand Shaiva philosophy from a philosophical perspective. In today’s…
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Introduction to Metaphysics (Tattva Mīmāṁsā): Compiled Lecture Transcript
This course introduces the philosophical discipline of Metaphysics, which examines the fundamental nature of reality. Before…
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Vedic Rudra to the later Shaiva understanding of Shiva
This session continues the discussion on the conceptual development of Shiva, tracing his evolution from the…
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Shaiva Philosophy: Concept, Development, and Tradition
Shaiva philosophy is one of the major streams of the Hindu tradition. Hinduism has witnessed the…
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Śaiva Darśana: Understanding Śiva as Consciousness, Cosmos, and Liberation
When we speak of Śaiva Darśana, we are not merely speaking of a religious tradition or…
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From Polytheism to Monism: The Vedic Conception of God
The Vedic understanding of God is often misunderstood as merely polytheistic or ritualistic. A closer philosophical…
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Understanding the Vedic Corpus: From Ritual Knowledge to Philosophical Insight
Dr. Madhvi PrasadAssistant Professor, Philosophy & Spiritual StudiesJain Studies, Jain University The Vedic tradition represents one…
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Vedic Culture: Origin, Structure, and Philosophical Foundations
Vedic culture forms the foundational framework of ancient Indian civilization. It represents one of the earliest…
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Philosophy vs Darshan
Philosophy and Darshan are terms often used interchangeably. However, they stem from distinct cultural backgrounds. They…
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Jain Studies in the Modern World: Growth, Challenges, and Future Directions
Jain Studies, rooted in one of the oldest philosophical traditions in the world, continues to evolve…

