Vaisheshika Darshan is an ancient Indian school of thought that emphasizes the concept of 'Advaya' (non-duality) and 'Vishesh' (duality).
It was founded by Kanada, a sage who lived around 500 BCE.
Vaisheshika Darshan is based on the concept of 'Dvaita' (dualism), which states that the universe is composed of two fundamental substances: 'Dravya' (matter) and 'Gdravya' (energy).
The school also emphasizes the concept of 'Krama' (sequence), which states that all phenomena arise in a specific order.
Key Concepts
Dravya: The fundamental substance of the universe, which is composed of matter and energy.
Gdravya: The fundamental substance of the universe, which is composed of energy and consciousness.
Shunya: The concept of nothingness or emptiness, which is the absence of Dravya and Gdravya.
Prakriti: The natural world, which is composed of Dravya and Gdravya.
History
Vaisheshika Darshan was founded by Kanada in the 5th century BCE.
The school gained popularity during the Gupta Empire (320-550 CE).
Vaisheshika Darshan was influenced by other Indian schools of thought, such as Nyaya and Yoga.
The school was later revived during the 19th century CE by Indian scholars.
Influence
Vaisheshika Darshan has had a significant influence on Indian philosophy and science.
The school's concept of 'Dvaita' has influenced the development of Hinduism and Buddhism.
Vaisheshika Darshan's emphasis on 'Krama' has influenced the development of Ayurveda and Yoga.
The school's concept of 'Shunya' has influenced the development of Buddhist and Jain philosophies.