Hindu doubts about God: towards a mimamsa deconstruction
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What are the key critiques of the concept of God in Mimamsa philosophy?The study illustrates that Kumarila critiques the necessity of a creator God, emphasizing that the Veda, rather than requiring divine authorship, is seen as eternal and 'authorless.' Kumarila posits that dependency on God's will undermines the autonomy and efficacy of karmic laws prevalent in the philosophical discourse.How does the Mimamsa philosophy differentiate itself from other Hindu schools?The Mimamsa presents itself as an Astika school, prioritizing the Veda's authority over other non-orthodox views such as Buddhism and Jainism. This approach emphasizes ritualistic practice (sadhana) and interpretation over metaphysical speculation or theistic narratives found in other schools.What is the impact of Buddhist thought on Mimamsa's understanding of doubt?The paper reveals that, unlike Buddhism's skepticism, Mimamsa characterizes its doubt regarding God and creation more as a critique than outright disbelief. Mimamsa's perspective calls into question the necessity of a creator while simultaneously affirming the authority of the Veda as a source of truth.