Nagarjuna's Reason Sixty (Yuktisastika) with Candrakirti's Commentary (Yuktisastikavrrti) (Treasury of the Buddhist Sciences)
Nagarjuna's Yuktisastika, a concise poem of sixty verses, explores core Madhyamaka principles of reasoning and reality. Paired with Candrakirti's elucidating commentary, this Treasury of the Buddhist Sciences edition by Joseph Loizzo provides essential insights into Buddhist philosophy for students and scholars seeking to grasp the subtleties of emptiness and dependent origination.
About This Book
Nagarjuna's Reason Sixty, known as Yuktisastika, is a key text in Buddhist philosophy that presents sixty verses on the nature of reality and reasoning. It forms part of the Madhyamaka tradition, emphasizing the middle way between extremes.
Candrakirti's Commentary, or Yuktisastikavrrti, provides detailed explanations and interpretations of Nagarjuna's verses, clarifying complex concepts for deeper understanding. This commentary enriches the original text with analytical insights.
Translated and edited by Joseph Loizzo, this edition belongs to the Treasury of the Buddhist Sciences series, dedicated to preserving and presenting classical Buddhist works. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars and practitioners alike.
The book maintains the integrity of the original Sanskrit and Tibetan sources, offering an accessible yet scholarly approach to these timeless teachings on logic and emptiness.
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