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Also known as Eastern philosophies, East Asian philosophy, Asian philosophy, Oriental religion, Eastern spiritualities, Oriental philosophy, Asian Philosophy

set of philosophies originating in Asia

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Eastern philosophy refers to a set of philosophies that originated in Asia, including traditions from China, India, Japan, and other regions. It matters because these traditions offer distinct approaches to understanding reality, ethics, and how to live, providing perspectives that differ from and complement Western philosophical thought.

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Epistemology

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