Andr{é} and Simone Weil: Mathematics, social activism and Indian culture

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Autori principali: Papadopoulos, Athanase, Tanabé, Susumu
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author Papadopoulos, Athanase
Tanabé, Susumu
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Tanabé, Susumu
contents This is an essay on the relation of Andr{é} and Simone Weil with Indian culture and Sanskrit literature, especially the Bhagavad G{ī}t{ā}, a Hindu scripture which they knew well, which they quoted extensively, and which guided them in making important life decisions. In addressing this question, we will also talk about the life paths of the two Weils, and more specifically about certain aspects that relate to their deep convictions.
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spellingShingle Andr{é} and Simone Weil: Mathematics, social activism and Indian culture
Papadopoulos, Athanase
Tanabé, Susumu
History and Overview
This is an essay on the relation of Andr{é} and Simone Weil with Indian culture and Sanskrit literature, especially the Bhagavad G{ī}t{ā}, a Hindu scripture which they knew well, which they quoted extensively, and which guided them in making important life decisions. In addressing this question, we will also talk about the life paths of the two Weils, and more specifically about certain aspects that relate to their deep convictions.
title Andr{é} and Simone Weil: Mathematics, social activism and Indian culture
topic History and Overview
url https://arxiv.org/abs/2511.20063