Vedanta teaches that the world is nothing but name-and-form, with Consciousness as its sole reality. Just as a pot is only clay appearing in a certain form, this universe is only God appearing as countless names and forms. The sense of an individual “I” too is merely a thought-form within Consciousness. When this truth is realized, doership dissolves, sorrow ends, and one discovers that true happiness lies not outside but in the Self, which is ever free, blissful, and divine.
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What is God, Truth, Reality — Name and Form in Vedanta: Why Only Consciousness Is Real
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.
Path to Self-Realization – Meditating on the ‘I Am’ – The Nisargadatta Maharaj Way
My Introduction Aitareya Upanishad states “Prjananam Brahma“, menaing “Consciousness is Brahman” (or, Self). Brahman (Nisargadatta Maharaj often refers to this … More
An Open Letter To Whomsoever It May Concern
It has become increasingly clear to me that this world is much ado about nothing. I no longer want to … More
70 Quotes
“Anyone can know the Truth. But we are more interested in pleasure.” “Unhappiness is not due to the lack of … More
Longing for the Source
I want to go Beyond all these sights and sounds Beyond all these smells and tastes Beyond all these touching … More
All Is Self (Documentary)
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A Dialogue with My Friend
A friend wrote to me: “Seems interesting. Let me know what you think of it once you finish reading [referring … More
Sarvam Khalvidam Brahma
“Brahman or Self or Consciousness or Awareness or Truth or Reality appears as this world of names-and-forms to our five … More
Shankara: How to Meditate for Self-Realisation| Vivekachuhdamani | Nididhyasana | Samadhi
Originally posted on Tom Das:
Here is a collection of verses I have taken from Shankara’s Masterpiece Vivekachudamani focusing on the last…