ओम् श्रीगुरुभ्यो नम: In this topic, we examine some misconceptions prevalent among students of Vedanta, examine the difference between Indirect and Direct Knowledge (Parokṣa and Aparokṣa Jñānam) and then discuss whether Śabda (words of Vedanta) produce Parokṣa or Aparokṣa Jñanam.
ओम् श्रीगुरुभ्यो नम: In this topic, we will inquire into the nature of knowledge and the means of knowledge available and then examine which of these means can lead one to Self-Knowledge.
ओम् श्रीगुरुभ्यो नम: Understanding the nature of the problem as presented by Vedānta is indispensable for providing much-needed clarity regarding how one should go about discovering the fulfillment that one has been seeking. To this effect, we will study the problem that one is trying to solve and will see what Vedānta has to say about it.
ओम् श्रीगुरुभ्यो नम: The word puruṣārtha means that which is sought by human beings. Humans have several things in common with animals, but an advanced intellect is unique to humans only. Humans can use this intellect to plan, prioritize, and achieve their goals. The Vedas classify puruṣārthas as fourfold.
ओम् श्रीगुरुभ्यो नमः There was once a wave in the mighty Indian Ocean. Ramu was his name. Being a small wave in the vast ocean was not easy for Ramu. He was often buffeted around by strong winds and other much bigger waves. There were ups and downs in his life. Moreover, he was also … Continue reading The Awakening of the Wave
ओम् श्रीगुरुभ्यो नम: We, or our near and dear ones, may have had the experience of going through some illness followed by several "treatments" by various doctors that not only did not help but just prolonged the suffering. I am reminded of one of my relatives, who was quite young in his late twenties. He … Continue reading The Importance of Diagnosing the Root Cause
ओम् श्रीगुरुभ्यो नम: I consider myself blessed to have had the opportunity for over two decades to listen to the nectar-like teaching of Advaita Vedanta as expounded by my Guru, Śrī Swami Paramarthananda. In the mind-boggling vision of Vedanta, Mokṣa (limitless fulfillment and unconditional freedom from all limitations) is already accomplished because the Jīva is … Continue reading Why this Blog?
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