An Approach to Indian Philosophy from Worldly Perspective
Ancient wisdom for modern life
Overview
In our fast-changing, interconnected world, the ancient wisdom of Indian philosophy offers profound insights and practical solutions to today’s global challenges. As we navigate questions of identity, morality, and purpose, it provides timeless guidance for cultivating inner peace, clarity, and resilience. Through exploring its rich traditions, students develop skills in critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and cultural understanding. Core principles like non-violence (ahimsa), compassion (karuna), and self-awareness (atma-vidya) inspire innovative approaches to sustainability, social justice, and mental well-being. This course invites learners to engage with one of the world’s oldest, continuously evolving philosophical traditions, unlocking fresh perspectives on personal growth, professional success, and global citizenship
Course Objectives
Learn the origins and schools of Indian philosophy.
Understand key ideas of major philosophical systems.
Compare different schools and their perspectives.
Apply philosophy to ethics, morality, and life.
Value India’s cultural and intellectual heritage.
Learning Modules
Below are 15 topics for the course “An Approach to Indian Philosophy from a Worldly Perspective”, encompassing both Astika and Nastika traditions.
Course Outline
Week 1. Introduction to Indian Philosophy: Context, Scope, and Relevance
Week 2. The Vedas and Upanishads: Sources of Indian Philosophical Thought
Week 3. Vedanta: The Philosophy of Ultimate Reality (Brahman and Atman)
Week 4. Sankhya: The Science of Union (Purusha and Prakriti)
Week 5. Yoga: Ashtanga Yoga
Week 6. Nyaya: Logic and Epistemology in Indian Thought
Week 7. Vaisheshika: Atomism and the Categories of Reality
Week 8. Mimamsa: Exegesis and Rituals in Indian Philosophy
Week 9. Jainism: Non-Violence, Karma, and Liberation
Week 10. Buddhism: The Four Noble Truths and the Path to Nirvana
Week 11. Charvaka: Materialism, Skepticism, and Hedonism
Week 9. Jainism: Non-Violence, Karma, and Liberation
Week 10. Buddhism: The Four Noble Truths and the Path to Nirvana
Week 11. Charvaka: Materialism, Skepticism, and Hedonism
Week 12. Ethics and Morality in Indian Philosophy Comparing Astika and Nastika Views
Week 13. ndian Philosophy and Modern Science: Intersections and Parallels
Week 14. Mindfulness and Well-being in Indian Philosophy: Practical Applications
Week 15. Global Citizenship and Indian Philosophy: Values for a Sustainable Future
Creative Scholar
Prof. Rani Sadasiva Murthy is the Vice Chancellor of Sri Venkateswara Vedic University, Tirupati, and a multilingual, multidisciplinary scholar with postgraduate degrees in Sanskrit, English, Philosophy, Advaita Vedanta, Jyotisha, and Management, and a Ph.D. in Sanskrit. He has served in key roles including Dean of Academic Affairs and Director of Cultural Affairs at NSU, Tirupati.
Under his guidance, he has mentored 27 Ph.D., 26 M.Phil., and multiple postdoctoral scholars. He has authored over 55 books, edited 12 volumes, and published 80 research papers and 250 articles.
A member of several academic bodies worldwide, he has led major national projects such as The Mahabharata Project and produced audio-visual and digital archives of rare Sanskrit texts. He has also created poetry, dance ballets, and a Sanskrit film (Hidimba-Bhimasenam), and delivered hundreds of discourses in India and abroad.
His awards include the Kendra Sahitya Akademi Award (2016), Prajna Bhaskara (2010), and Vyas Bharati (2007), among others.
Prof. Rani Sadasiva Murthy
Professor
Enrichment Courses
- Devotional Music
- Introduction to Hindustani Music
- Fundamentals of Sanskrit Grammar
- Understanding and Appreciating Sanskrit Slokas
- Introduction to Play Writing (Telugu)
- Introduction to Harikatha(Telugu)
- Introduction to Nattuvangam
- Introduction to Indian Knowledge Systems
- Viduraneeti - A Roadmap to Success in Corporate World
- Ayurveda for Wellness and Prevention
- Foundation of Yoga
- Introduction to Burrakatha(Telugu)
- Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
- Medical Terminology-1
- Introduction to Acting
- Introduction to Mime
- Creative writing : Metrical and Lyrical Poetry (Padyam and Geyam) (Telugu)
- Creative Writing - Short Story & Novel (Telugu)
- An Approach to Indian Philosophy from Worldy Perspective
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