Other Heterodox Schools — Landmark Judgments

Landmark Judgments

Samannaphala Sutta (Digha Nikaya, Pali Canon)

c. 5th-4th Century BCE (composition)

This Buddhist canonical text is arguably the most significant primary source for understanding the 'Other Heterodox Schools.' It provides detailed accounts of the doctrines of six…

Bhagavati Sutra (Jain Agamas)

c. 5th-4th Century BCE (composition)

This major Jain canonical text also provides significant information about Makkhali Gosala and the Ajivika school. It details Gosala's early association with Mahavira, their…

Sarvadarshanasamgraha by Madhavacharya

c. 14th Century CE

While a much later text, Madhavacharya's 'Compendium of All Systems of Philosophy' is a pivotal work for understanding the Charvaka/Lokayata school. It dedicates an entire chapter…