Philosophy

Philosophy (from Greek: φιλοσοφία, philosophia, 'love of wisdom') is the study of general and fundamental questions, such as those about reason, existence, knowledge, values, mind, and language. Such questions are often posed as problems to be studied or resolved. The term was probably coined by Pythagoras (c. 570 – c. 495 BCE). Philosophical methods include questioning, critical discussion, rational argument, and systematic presentation.Historically, philosophy encompassed all bodies of knowledge and a practitioner was known as a philosopher. From the time of Ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle to the 19th century, "natural philosophy" encompassed astronomy, medicine, and physics. For example, Newton's 1687 …

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DISA: Digital Innovation South Africa · 25 April 2025 English

Badsha peer, a Sufi saint and mystic, is regarded by followers and supporters, as the "spiritual fountain" of Durban. Daily, hundreds of devotees visit his tomb (in Central Durban), with …

of progress was almost entirely absent in the philosophy of Hindu.-ism ... the social system is sacred


DISA: Digital Innovation South Africa · 2 April 2025 English

Two local women, Mrs. Phyllis Naidoo and Mrs. Devaki Jain, will be recognized for their integral contributions to our Rainbow Nation with honorary doctorates from the University of Durban-Westville at …

Bangalore. Strongly influenced by the Gandhian philosophy, Mrs Jain was one of two women awarded the


DISA: Digital Innovation South Africa · 28 March 2025

In Sanskrit, "svastika" means "conducive to well-being." It is derived from "su" (well) and "asti" (it is). The svastika is an equilateral cross with arms bent at right angles, all …

Kangadi at Hardwar, where he studied Indian Philosophy, the Vedas, Comparative Religions and History teachings of Swami Dayanand Saraswati whose philosophy was a beacon that inspired and nutured Panditjee


DISA: Digital Innovation South Africa · 25 March 2025 English

BACK TO GODHEAD is the monthly journal of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. When Srila Prabhupada began the Society (in New York City, in 1966), he put into writing …

the world's largest publisher of books on the philosophy, religion, and culture of spiritual India. you'll get at the essence of India's ancient philosophy and culture. You'll have a way to stay on the people haven't heard enough of Lord Kr~i:ia's philosophy to know better. Un- fortunately, in our "advanced" through has gotten a better understanding of the philosophy of K.r~i:ia consciousness, as well as transcendental way to do it, some way to tell them about our philosophy that they could relate to. Srila Prabhupada


DISA: Digital Innovation South Africa · 24 March 2025 English

repository of the highest knowledge and as the most precious gem in the treasure house of literature, philosophy and religion. It adorns........

a view to finding a particular 'system' or 'Philosophy' or one golden patlh leadi11tg to salvation.


DISA: Digital Innovation South Africa · 20 March 2025 English

The message of the Vedas, India's ancient spiritual and philosophical texts, is that the human form of life is meant for reviving our original God consciousness through the practice of …

The reason for this is twofold: first, the philosophy which guides the lives of ISKCON's members where interested visitors can learn about the philosophy and culture of K:r~~a consciousness and participate attend- ing classes in the profound and practi- cal philosophy of Bhagavad-gita and Srimad-Bhagavatam. Srila dents and residents to take courses in Vedic philosophy, religion, arts, social thought and psychology of books in the field of Indian religion and philosophy. Its latest project is the publishing of Srila


DISA: Digital Innovation South Africa · 19 March 2025 English

decade become one of the world's major publishers, and the largest distributor, of books on Indian philosophy, religion and culture. Dedicating its publishing efforts to satisfying the needs of professors

the largest distributor, of books on Indian philosophy, religion and culture. Dedicating its publishing my intellect in the stupendous and cosmogonal philosophy of the Bhagavad-gita, ... in comparison with literature;· distills the profound essence of Indian philosophy. rehg1on. culture and history. Its scope e)(tendmg verses •Specially prepared Index for each canto Philosophy and Religion Summarizes all the basic systems varrasrama institution ("caste system"), Vedic social philosophy, and the role of Vedic education. Contains valuable


DISA: Digital Innovation South Africa · 19 March 2025 English

South Africa's first white Hindu marriage ceremony slowly unfurled with grace and colour on a farm neat Pletermartizburg yesterday.........

Originally :f.rorn New Zealand, where he wa11 a philosophy atud-ent and newspaper motoring. edi11«)r, Krishna while at California University, studying philosophy and political science. "I studied all religions decorated and filled with books about Hare Krishna philosophy. On the table in the middle of the room is are obviously based on Indian cooking. "Our philosophy for- bids us to eat meat, fish or eggs,' ' side, a loose shawl covering his dhoti. "The philosophy of nyasi, who visited Natljl Hare Krishna


DISA: Digital Innovation South Africa · 18 March 2025 English

As a special addition to the world wide propagation of the sublime life style of Krishna Consciousness His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada has initiated a patron membership programme. …

opportunity to become well-versed in the profound philosophy of India's spiritual culture. In return we humbly ISKCON is that it is a movement based on the philosophy of the ancient Vedic scriptures and on an unbroken this were showing an active interest in the philosophy and practices of Krishna consciousness, some


DISA: Digital Innovation South Africa · 17 March 2025 English

repository of the highest knowledge and as the most precious gem in the treasure house of literature, philosophy and religion. It adorns almost all the big libraries of the world. Innumerable commentaries…..

a view to finding a particular 'system' or 'Philosophy' or one golden patlh leadi11tg to salvation.


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