Author: Satish Kumar
Publisher: ISPCK
Year: 2003
Language: English
Pages: 93
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8172146809
Description
The book analyses the significance of Jaina theory of Anekaentavada (theory of manifoldness of reality) in a religiously plural context. The basic argument of the theory is that reality is complex in nature and consists of innumerable characteristics (anatadharmakam vastu). In order to comprehend truth one has to take into account all standpoints.
The theory which is an extension of the Jaina spirit of Ahimsa in the plane of thought seemingly offers paradigms for Christian approach to religious pluralism.
Contents
Acknowledgements
Introduction
CHAPTER 1
Jainism in Historical Perspective
CHAPTER 2
The Theory of Anekantav Ada in Jainism
CHAPTER 3
Christian Approaches to Other Faiths
CHAPTER 4
Significance of Anekanav Ada Theory in a religiously plural context
Conclusion
Bibliography