Geoffrey Samuel Boeken

The book offers a comprehensive exploration of the development and evolution of Indic religions through to 1200 CE. It delves into key historical events, cultural influences, and philosophical ideas that shaped these faiths. By examining the interplay between various religious traditions and their societal contexts, the narrative highlights the rich tapestry of beliefs and practices in the region, providing insights into the spiritual landscape of ancient India.

Geoffrey Samuel challenges the conventional belief that legal knowledge is merely an understanding of rules. He explores the nature of legal knowledge by examining the conceptual foundations and methodologies of jurists, while also integrating epistemological frameworks from social sciences. This approach reveals the interconnectedness between the methods used by lawyers and judges and those employed in broader social scientific inquiry, offering a deeper insight into the complexities of legal understanding.

Exploring human behavior through a scientific lens, the author challenges traditional cultural and social concepts, questioning their effectiveness in understanding social life. He introduces the multimodal framework (MMF), which integrates insights from anthropology and philosophy of science, influenced by thinkers like Gregory Bateson and Victor Turner. The book also examines the interplay between social groups and individual identity, while addressing biological aspects and evolutionary theories related to human social behavior.

Offering a vibrant overview, this introduction serves as an excellent foundation for students eager to explore the complexities of Tibetan religion. It covers essential concepts, practices, and historical contexts, making it accessible for beginners while providing a thorough grounding for further study.

The book explores the concept of a law of obligations as a distinct category, providing foundational material within a comparative and theoretical framework. It highlights the unique features of common law while examining its principles and applications, offering insights into how obligations are understood and enforced in legal contexts.

Relating to Tibetan Buddhism and Indian religion, this work is a collection of articles. These articles are linked by their subject matter, and they are also linked by a common approach to religion.

This short book on comparative law theory and method is designed primarily for postgraduate research students whose work involves comparison between legal systems.