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Sāṃkhya Kārikā
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The Sāṃkhya Kārikā is a foundational text in the Sāṃkhya school of Hindu philosophy.
It's a concise yet profound work that outlines the core principles of Sāṃkhya, focusing on the distinction between Purusha (consciousness) and Prakṛti (nature).
The text explores the evolution of the universe from Prakṛti and the path to liberation through knowledge.
It's known for its elegant presentation of complex philosophical ideas and its influence on subsequent Indian philosophical traditions.
The Kārikā's influence extends beyond philosophy, impacting yoga and other spiritual practices.
It's a concise yet profound work that outlines the core principles of Sāṃkhya, focusing on the distinction between Purusha (consciousness) and Prakṛti (nature).
The text explores the evolution of the universe from Prakṛti and the path to liberation through knowledge.
It's known for its elegant presentation of complex philosophical ideas and its influence on subsequent Indian philosophical traditions.
The Kārikā's influence extends beyond philosophy, impacting yoga and other spiritual practices.
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Mentioned by Raj Balcran as the earliest surviving text of the Sāṃkhya system, dated to the 4th century CE.

Christopher Key Chapple, "The SāṃKhya System: Accounting for the Real" (SUNY Press, 2024)