This book presents a historical account of the Nalanda University and its impact on world civilizations. Going deep into the history of Nalanda, it examines the impact of Central Asia on world civilization and culture, the important inventions, discoveries and achievements of Nalanda period, and the periodic destruction and resurrection of Nalanda.
Taking a close look at the administrative structure, syllabus, compound and magnificence of Nalanda, it discusses at length the syllabus of Buddha philosophy at Nalanda University, the internationalization of martial art by Shoaling Monastery, the similarity between Nalanda and Shoaling Monastery, the internationalization of Indian culture through Ramayana, and the foundation of Hinduism through the synthesis of Bhagwat Buddhist Brahman. It also analyses the role of Nalanda in the synthesis of Hinduism. |
