Mimamsa interpretation of Vedic Injunctions (Vidhi)
by Shreebas Debnath | 2018 | 68,763 words
This page relates ‘Difference between Method and Methodology’ of the study on the Mimamsa theory of interpretation of Vedic Injunctions (vidhi). The Mimamsakas (such as Jaimini, Shabara, etc.) and the Mimamsa philosophy emphasizes on the Karmakanda (the ritualistic aspect of the Veda). Accordingly to Mimamsa, a careful study of the Veda is necessary in order to properly understand dharma (religious and spiritual achievement—the ideal of human life).
Chapter 11.2 - Difference between Method and Methodology
[Full Title: Corrections and Additions (2): Difference between Method and Methodology]
When only one technique is used to explain a subject, it is called a method. But when we use many methods or we discuss the comparative strength of many techniques and we use the most suitable method after rejecting the other methods with a logical point of view keeping in mind, then it refers methodology. Using the methods of adhikarnṇa, viṣaya, saṃśaya etc. or utilizing the techniques of upakrama, upasaṃhāra etc. obviously refers to methodology. In a nutshell, methodology covers method and method is covered by methodology. Methodology is a pervading factor and method is pervaded my methodology.