This book makes an attempt to present Kashmiri Scholars Contribution to Global Knowledge and World Peace. The book represents proceedings of a national seminar by Kashmir Education, Culture and Science Society in New Delhi held on 3 December 2006 with participation of eminent writers and scholars. Kashmir has been a seat of learning in history. Kashmir has produced great seers, scholars, thinkers, who can be compared with the great Greek scholars like Plato, Aristotle, etc. The wisdom contained in their writings transcends national frontiers. West is looking for knowledge provided by above great teachers and thinkers like Lal Ded, Nand Rishi, Mehjoor, Nadirn of Kashmir for peace and progress of mankind. Abhinavagupta is the greatest genius that India has produced, say scholars from the West. Kashmir Saivisrn analyzed by seers like Lal Ded, Swami Lakhman Joo has found many followers in India and world over. Besides, scholars from UK and Europe have interacted with Kashmiri scholars during last two centuries to provide a new vision on world literature, science, culture and multi-cultural heritage of India, and common spirituality of mankind. The book contains ideas for common survival of mankind and harmony with nature. Prof. Amartya Sen, the Noble Laureate economist has similar views for global peace. The book should be of general interest to all those who are interested in integrated knowledge and global harmony. It should inspire all minds for creativity, and new vision, as seen by Kashmiri seers in history. |
