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About The Book: The System of the Vedanta by Dr. Paul Deussen is a comprehensive exploration of Vedantic philosophy, structured around the Brahmasutras and Adi Shankara's commentary. Published in 1912, the work meticulously examines the core concepts of Vedanta, including the nature of Brahman, the individual soul (Atman), and the relationship between the two. Deussen's scholarly approach combines rigorous analysis with a clear exposition of complex ideas, making it accessible to both students and scholars. This foundational text has contributed significantly to the understanding of Indian philosophy in the Western academic context, highlighting the richness and depth of Vedantic thought. About The Author: Paul Jakob Deussen (1845–1919) was a prominent German Indologist and philosophy professor at the University of Kiel. Influenced by Arthur Schopenhauer and friends with Friedrich Nietzsche and Swami Vivekananda, he played a crucial role in the Western study of Sanskrit and Hindu philosophy. Deussen founded the Schopenhauer Society in 1911 and edited the Schopenhauer Yearbook. His significant works include translations and analyses of the Vedanta and Upanishads. A lifelong devotee of philosophy, he left a lasting legacy in the fields of Indology and metaphysics through his meticulous scholarship and writings. The Title 'The System of the Vedanta written/authored/edited by Dr. Paul Deussen', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367808566 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 534 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Religion, Hinduism. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.