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PhilosophyExplainer19 April 202610 min

The pramāṇa debate: how do we know what we know in Vedānta?

At the heart of Vedānta lies the pramāṇa debate, a centuries-old discussion on the nature of knowledge and how it is acquired. The debate centers on the role of perception, inference, and testimony in understanding ultimate reality, with prominent philosophers like Śaṅkara and Rāmānuja offering distinct perspectives. Delving into the nuances of pramāṇa, this discussion reveals the complexities of epistemology in Indian philosophy

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