On Meaning and Mantras: Essays in Honor of Frits Staal

The late Johan Frederik (known as Frits) Staal (November 3, 1930-February 19, 2012), was born in Amsterdam and said of his home country, "There was no religion there." While his academic interests included philosophy, Staal's education focused on the study of mathematics, physics, astronomy, and logic. His approach to the study of Vedic religion and ritual was informed by this background, expressed in his assertion that he was not interested in...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1886439648
• ISBN13: 9781886439641
• Release Date: June 2017
• Publisher: Institute of Buddhist Studies
• Length: 642 Pages
• Weight: 2.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.9" x 6.3" x 9.7"