Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Ordre des livres

The book offers a profound exploration of Rabindranath Tagore's philosophical teachings, emphasizing his belief in the spiritual forces that uplift humanity, especially during tumultuous times. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, an esteemed professor of comparative religion, delves into the interplay between Tagore's poetry and philosophy across five chapters. He highlights Tagore's significant contributions to Indian culture and his advocacy for the oppressed, reflecting on the enduring relevance of his ideas amidst the challenges of the modern world.

This challenging and beautifully written book describes the leading ideas of Indian philosophy and religion. It traces the probable influence of Indian mysticism on Greek thought and Christian development, through Alexandrian Judaism, Christian Gnosticism, and Neo-Platonism. The author argues that Christianity, which arose out of an eastern background and became wedded to Graeco-Latin culture, will find rebirth in a renewed alliance with this Eastern heritage.

Believed to hold the secrets of unseen reality, The Upanishads are the most ancient of the Hindu texts. They hold the secrets of the divine and have inspired generations of devotees by their vision and inexhaustible spiritual powers. Now everyone, from serious scholars to spiritual seekers, can glimpse into the texts that have shaped a vital spiritual history.