Encyclopedia of Indian Philosophies, Volume III: Advaita Vedānta up to Śaṅkara and His Pupils

Advaita Vedānta up to Śaṅkara and His Pupils introduces one of the most influential traditions of Indian philosophy through a combination of historical exposition, conceptual analysis, and structured summaries of primary works. Beginning with Gauḍapāda and continuing through Śaṅkara, Maṇḍana Miśra, and Śaṅkara’s early followers, the volume traces the formation of Advaita’s distinctive account of nondual reality, consciousness, ignorance, bondage, and liberation. It is especially valuable as a bridge between specialized Sanskrit scholarship and philosophical inquiry, allowing readers to follow the arguments of classical Advaita thinkers without requiring complete familiarity with the original texts.