History of Philosophy: India, Africana, China cover image

HPI 49 - Well Qualified - the Jains on Truth

History of Philosophy: India, Africana, China

00:00

Exploring the Standpoint of Jain Philosophers and the Sevenfold Predicate Theory

Exploring Mahavira's belief in an omniscient standpoint and how understanding different philosophical theories can lead to progress. Also, examining the accusation of self-contradiction against the Jains and their response with the Sanskrit particle 'Siat'. Introducing the sevenfold predicate theory as an alternative to Nagajuna's Tetralema.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app