The Upanishads expanded philosophical thought in the Vedic Period from "summary" of The Ancient History of India, Vedic Period by K. C. Singhal,Roshan Gupta
The Upanishads, a collection of philosophical texts, played a crucial role in expanding philosophical thought during the Vedic Period in ancient India. These texts, composed between 800 and 400 BCE, provided a deeper understanding of the nature of reality, the self, and the ultimate truth. Prior to the Upanishads, the Vedic literature mainly focused on rituals, sacrifices, and hymns dedicated to various deities. However, the Upanishads shifted the focus towards introspection, self-realization, and the quest for knowledge beyond the material world. The philosophical ideas presented in the Upanishads challenged traditional beliefs and paved the way for new ways of thinking. One of the key concepts introduced in the Upanishads was the idea of Brahman, the ultimate reality or universal soul that permeates everything in the universe. This concept emphasized the...
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