Words for the Heart

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A Treasury of Emotions from Classical India

By Maria Heim

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Words for the Heart by Maria Heim delves into the profound insights of classical Indian philosophy regarding human emotions and how they intersect with moral and ethical life. Through the lens of ancient texts, the book explores how emotions play a pivotal role in shaping moral conduct and our perceptions of the world. It offers a rich analysis of the emotional dimensions of philosophical writings, providing readers with a deeper understanding of emotions in both personal and broader ethical contexts.
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This book may appeal to you if you have an interest in exploring the profound meaning of ancient Buddhist teachings through a philosophical and psychological lens. Maria Heim offers insightful interpretations of emotive words from classical texts, allowing you to reflect on the universal human experiences they encapsulate. It's a perfect read for those who appreciate thoughtful analysis and deep spiritual insights.

Words for the Heart

"This anthology offers a guide to classical Indian approaches to emotion"--

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Words for the Heart is a captivating treasury of emotion terms drawn from some of India's earliest classical languages. Inspired by the traditional Indian genre of a 'treasury'—a wordbook or anthology of short texts or poems—this collection features 177 jewel-like entries evoking the kinds of phenomena English speakers have variously referred to as emotions, passions, sentiments, moods, affects, and dispositions.

These entries serve as beautiful literary and philosophical vignettes that convey the delightful texture of Indian thought and the sheer multiplicity of conversations about emotions in Indian texts. An indispensable reference, Words for the Heart reveals how Indian ways of interpreting human experience can challenge our assumptions about emotions and enrich our lives.

Brings to light a rich lexicon of emotion from ancient India
Uses the Indian genre of a 'treasury,' or wordbook, to explore the contours of classical Indian thought in three of the subcontinent's earliest languages—Sanskrit, Pali, and Prakrit
Features 177 alphabetical entries, from abhaya ('fearlessness') to yoga ('the discipline of calm')
Draws on a wealth of literary, religious, and philosophical writings from classical India
Includes synonyms, antonyms, related words, and suggestions for further reading
Invites readers to engage in the cross-cultural study of emotions
Reveals the many different ways of naming and interpreting human experience

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Words for the Heart by Maria Heim is praised for its diverse source material, offering readers surprising and delightful juxtapositions from various texts. Critics appreciate its homage to Sanskrit tradition, viewing it as an excellent gateway to exploring this rich literature and philosophy. The book is noted for being an engaging anthropological study, particularly highlighting the experiences of Indian Muslims.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780691222912

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 16 August 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Princeton University Press

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 376

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Asian History Education & Reference History & Military Maria Heim Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism Religion & Spirituality

About the Author

Maria Heim is the George Lyman Crosby 1896 & Stanley Warfield Crosby Professor in Religion at Amherst College and a Guggenheim fellow. Her books include The Bloomsbury Research Handbook of Emotions in Classical Indian Philosophy and The Forerunner of All Things: Buddhaghosa on Mind, Intention, and Agency. She lives in Amherst, Massachusetts.