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Gayatri Devi Vasudev
ISBN 9788194930211
Rs. 552
Motilal Banarsidass
Astrology and the Hoax of Scientific Temper
Who it's for: Readers interested in astrology, philosophy of science, and traditional knowledge systems
Astrology and the Hoax of Scientific Temper is an incisive collection of writings that challenges the prevailing skepticism directed toward astrology. The author argues that while healthy criticism is essential for the growth of any discipline, the current attacks on astrology are often rooted in distortions, bias, and falsehoods. This volume serves as a robust defense of astrological inquiry, urging readers to look past the superficial labels of scientific temper and recognize the potential dangers of dismissing traditional knowledge systems in an era increasingly dominated by materialist scientific thought.Why You Should Read? Explores the philosophical conflict between traditional astrological wisdom and modern scientific skepticism. Provides a critical perspective on how the concept of scientific temper is sometimes misused to suppress intellectual inquiry. Offers a compelling argument for the validity and importance of astrology in the context of human history and understanding. About the AuthorGayatri Devi Vasudev is a distinguished scholar and author known for her extensive work in the field of astrology. She has dedicated her career to the study and promotion of Vedic astrology, contributing numerous writings that seek to bridge the gap between ancient wisdom and contemporary discourse. Her work is characterized by a rigorous approach to astrological principles and a commitment to defending the discipline against unfair criticism.
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- Challenges prevailing skepticism toward astrology
- Argues criticism often rooted in distortion and bias
- Defends astrological inquiry and traditional knowledge
- Critiques misuse of 'scientific temper' to suppress inquiry
- Bridges ancient wisdom and contemporary discourse
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All by Gayatri Devi Vasudev →Questions about this book
What is the book about?
It is a collection of writings that defends astrology against modern scientific skepticism, arguing that criticism is often based on distortion and bias.
Who is the author?
Gayatri Devi Vasudev, a scholar known for her work in Vedic astrology and for bridging ancient wisdom with contemporary discourse.
What is the main argument?
The book argues that the concept of 'scientific temper' is sometimes misused to suppress intellectual inquiry and dismiss traditional knowledge systems like astrology.
Is this book for astrology practitioners only?
No, it suits anyone interested in the philosophical conflict between traditional wisdom and modern science, including skeptics and open-minded readers.




