John Vattanky
Rev. John Vattanky SJ | |
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| Born | John Vattanky July 3, 1931 |
| Died | February 22, 2021 (aged 89) |
| Education | |
| Alma mater | University of Oxford (M.A. Oriental Studies); University of Vienna (Ph.D.) |
| Philosophical work | |
| Era | 20th–21st century |
| Region | Indian philosophy |
| School | Navya-Nyāya |
| Institutions | Jnana-Deepa Vidyapeeth; De Nobili College, Pune |
| Main interests | Nyaya theism; Indian logic; philosophy of language |
| Notable works | Gaṅgeśa’s Philosophy of God (1984); Development of Nyāya Theism (1993) |
Rev. John Vattanky SJ (July 3, 1931 – February 22, 2021 (aged 89)) was a Jesuit priest, belonging to Kerala province, in India. An Indian philosopher, specializing in Gangesa's Navya-Nyāya, he resided at De Nobili College, Pune. Vattanky was a Professor Emeritus of Jnana-Deepa Vidyapeeth, Pune, India. He has contributed significantly to the growth of Indian philosophy and Indian Christian Theology. His book on Nyaya Theism has been well appreciated and acclaimed. His work on Gangesa, was favourably commented on by Kanchi Sankaracharya.