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

New Books in Religion

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Reinterpreting SāṃKhya: Gender and Spirituality

This chapter explores the SāṃKhya system's relation to gender dynamics, emphasizing the elevation of feminine principles within spiritual contexts. It examines how contemporary interpretations and artwork challenge traditional norms, highlighting the interconnectedness of consciousness and the cosmos. The discussion further touches on the significance of mantras and philosophical accessibility in fostering a deeper understanding of spirituality and human experience.

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