The Samkhya System

The Samkhya System: A History Of The Samkhya Philosophy (1918) is a book written by Arthur Berriedale Keith, which provides a comprehensive account of the Samkhya philosophy. The Samkhya system is one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy and is believed to have originated in ancient India. The book delves into the history and evolution of the Samkhya philosophy, tracing its roots to the Vedic period and its development over time. It explores the key concepts of the Samkhya system, such as the concept of purusha (consciousness) and prakriti (nature), and how they relate to each other. The book also discusses the different schools of thought within the Samkhya system and their contributions to the development of the philosophy. The author draws on a range of sources, including ancient texts and commentaries, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of the Samkhya system. The book is an essential resource for scholars and students of Hindu philosophy and anyone interested in the history and evolution of Indian thought.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.