Vedanta teaches that the world is nothing but name-and-form superimposed on the one reality — Consciousness (Brahman, God). Just as a pot is only clay in a particular form, so too all experiences are appearances of Consciousness. The sense of “I” as a separate doer is itself another name-and-form. Realizing this truth dissolves separation, ends sorrow, and reveals our nature as pure bliss. Using analogies such as clay-pot, gold-ornament, and wave-water, this article explores how Vedanta answers common spiritual doubts and points us to the oneness of existence.
Category: Nonduality (Advaita)
Of What Use are the Sciences and the Humanities?
The natural sciences, such as physics, chemistry, biology, etc., anyway deal with matter and how to advance life and make … More
Why is it difficult to wake up from this dream called life?
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Conversation between a male pot and female pot
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Sin
“Birth is the only sin.”
From Metaphysical Weariness to Self-Realization
There are moments in life when fatigue runs deeper than the body or mind—it’s a weariness of existence itself. Not depression, not despair, but a quiet recognition that life as we know it may be part of a grander cosmic play. In this exchange, I explore this metaphysical tiredness through the lens of Advaita Vedanta and the teachings of Ramana Maharshi, Nisargadatta Maharaj, and J. Krishnamurti. What emerges is a simple yet profound daily contemplative routine—an invitation to step beyond egoic striving and rest in pure Awareness, where true happiness and freedom reside.
The Real Problem: “Who am I?”
The author reflects on being labeled a “psychopath” and feeling ridiculed, emphasizing that self-identity can lead to suffering. Regardless of misunderstanding, they advocate for seeking one’s true identity through contemplation to escape crises linked to perceived separateness. They suggest mental renunciation and introspection as paths to understanding nondual truth.
The World is Unreal
Is Knowledge Enough for Liberation?
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Me Talking about Who We Are on a Friend’s Podcast
The Pot that is Clay 🪴- The POV Pod (Oct-14-24), by Perspective Mapper, ft. D. Samarender Reddy Realizing the pot … More