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Meaning of Vedanta
Vedanta is one of the six astika schools of Hindu philosophy. Vedanta, which literally means “end of the Vedas,” represents ideals such as knowledge and freedom that sprang from or were related to the Upanishads’ theories and philosophies. The Upanishads, Brahma Sutras, and Bhagavad Gita are some of the Vedanta sub-traditions founded on the Prasthanatrayi, a common textual relationship. According to certain researchers, the Vyasa Brahma Sutra is an interpolation from the Madhyamaka school of Buddhism. The Upanishads, the most popular of which are the longer and older ones like the Brihadaranyaka, Chandogya, Taittiriya, and Katha; the Brahma-sutras, also known as Vedanta-sutras, which are very brief, even one-word interpretations of the doctrine of the Upanishads; and the Bhagavadgita “Song of the Lord,” which is the most popular of which are the shorter and older.
There was no single interpretation of the scriptures. Therefore, different Vedanta schools formed, each with their view of the nature of the link between the eternal core of the individual self atman and the absolute Brahman and the degree of identity between the two. Several concepts include the non-dualism Advaita of the 8th-century philosopher Shankara, theism Vishishtadvaita; literally, “Qualified Non-dualism” of the 11th–12th-century thinker Ramanuja, and the dualism Dvaita of the 13th–14th-century thinker Madhva. The Self’s transmigration and desire to be free of the cycle of rebirths; Veda’s authority over the means of release; the belief that Brahman is both the material and instrumental cause of the world; and the belief that the Self is the agent of its actions and thus the receiver of the fruits, or consequences, of action All Vedanta schools reject both the non-Vedic, “nay-saying” philosophies of Buddhism and Jainism, as well as the discoveries of the other Vedic, “yea-saying” astika schools Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Samkhya, Yoga, and, to a lesser extent, the Purva Mimamsa. Vedanta has influenced Indian thought significantly. Although the overwhelming availability of works by Advaita scholars has led to the misconception that Vedanta Equals Advaita in the West, Advaita is only one of many Vedanta schools.
Vivekanand on Vedanta
“A man who does not believe in a God beyond himself is regarded as an atheist in the West,” Swami Vivekananda observed, “whereas Vedanta maintains that a man who does not believe in himself is the atheist.” There are several schools in Vedanta. The Chopra Center practices Advaita Vedanta, which was Shankara’s main concern. Advaita emphasizes proper comprehension, knowledge, and interpretation of religious literature and direct human experience. Understanding lowers the veil of ignorance, exposing the unity of Atman and Brahman and leading to enlightenment, as proven by direct experience.
I’ll now tell you about what I found out. All religions are contained in Vedanta, divided into three stages: Dvaita, Vishishtâdvaita, and Advaita. The three stages of spiritual development in man are as follows. Every one of them is necessary. Religion boils down to this: Vedanta is applied to India’s various ethnic cultures and creeds to form Hinduism. Dvaita refers to Christianity when attributed to European ethnic groups, and Mohammedanism applied to Semitic groups. Buddhism, for example, is Advaita in its Yoga-perception form. Now, we’re talking about Vedanta as a religion; yet, the applications must be tailored to the many demands, circumstances, and cultural situations. Even though the philosophy is the same, the Shâktas, Shaivas, and others apply the same principle to their unique cults and forms. Write article after article about these three systems in your journal, emphasizing their unity as one system succeeds another while completely neglecting the ceremonial parts. Preach the philosophy or spiritual aspect, and let people understand it as they see fit. I required all three Bhashyas because I planned to produce a book on the subject, but only one volume of the Ramanuja (Bhashya) has arrived.
1) According to Vedanta, when a man acquires such consciousness, he becomes free, and he is the only man qualified to live in this world.
2) According to Vedanta, the sages have searched all of these places for him, but he is in our souls; the voice you heard was true, but the direction you gave it was incorrect.
3) In our country, Vedanta is the only religion practiced. Other than that, we may be said to share very little with Western civilization. However, through the preaching of Vedanta, a universal religion that offers men of all creeds and theological paths equal rights to seek spirituality, the civilized West would learn about the extraordinary degree of spirituality that formerly existed in India and how it remains.
4) According to Vedanta philosophy, man is the greatest entity in the universe, and the world of work is the best place for him to become flawless because only here does he have the biggest and best chance to achieve perfection. Angels, Gods, or whatever you want to name them, must all become men if they are to become flawless. This tremendous center, extraordinary poise, and tremendous potential is human existence.
5) According to Vedanta, we can obtain Nirvana right now and not need to wait until death. Nirvana is the realization of the Self, and once you’ve had it, even if it’s only for a little time, you’ll never be deceived by the illusion of identity again.
6) On the other side, the Vedanta does not recognize sin but does recognize the error. The worst mistake, according to Vedanta, is believing that you are weak, a sinner, a miserable creature, that you lack strength, and that you are incapable of performing certain tasks. You’re adding another layer of hypnotism to your mind every time you think like that, as if you’re riveting another link in the chain that binds you down. As a result, everyone who thinks he’s weak or filthy is mistaken, and they’re projecting negative beliefs into the world. On the other hand, Vedanta does not recognize sin but does recognize the error. According to Vedanta, the worst mistake is assuming that you are weak, a sinner, a terrible creature lacking strength, and incapable of accomplishing certain activities. Every time you think like that, you’re adding another layer of hypnotism to your mind, as if you’re riveting another link in the chain that binds you down. As a result, anyone who believes he is weak or unclean is wrong, projecting negative views into the world.
Teachings of Vedanta
1) Brahman is the ultimate truth, having no beginning or end, being outside of space and time, as well as name and form.
2) The universe is a continually shifting illusion because Brahman appears as the multi-creation through Maya. When we have a body, we enter space; when we think, we enter time; and when we impose limits, we enter causality. When there is no cognition, such as deep sleep or transcendental consciousness, the world evaporates, leaving just the world in mind.
3)Human beings are divine, and their actual nature is Atman, which is infinite, pure, and immortal. The mind is riddled with good and bad defects, correct and incorrect. This ignorance evaporates in the light of actual knowledge.
4) Yoga (union), Karma (selfless service), Gyana (self-knowledge), Bhakti (love and devotion), and Raja (the rule of law) are four paths that can help us recognize our Divinity (techniques such as meditation).
5) Truth is universal, regardless of race, creed, or personal preference. It can be depicted in several different ways. They all lead to the same result in the end.
Affirmation
1. I am in good health and have plenty of energy.
2. Like a magnet, I attract positive energy.
3. I am appreciative of my good health.
4. I feel at ease in my skin.
5. I am a being of great vibration.
6. I am in love with myself.
7. I am the architect of my existence.
8. My temple is my body.
9. My vibration is increasing.
10. I am a magnet for good vibes.
11. I am now content.
12. I am thankful for my existence.
13. I’m drawn to high-vibe situations.
14. I feel lighter the higher my vibration is.
15. I am grateful for all of life’s blessings.
16. I am deserving of all nice things in life.
17. I am in sync with the cosmos.
18. I maintain a high level of energy.
19. I choose to be joyful and grateful.
20. My vibration is at its maximum level.
21. I eat nutritious foods to keep my body in good shape.
22. I’m in a great deal of happiness.
23. I’m always trying to raise my vibe.
24. I am in charge of my well-being.
25. I choose to be surrounded by positive energy and love.
26. I try to think of only positive things.
27. I am a happy giver who also enjoys receiving extraordinary things.
28. I pay attention to what my body requires.
29. I attract folks who are positive.
30. I am overwhelmed with pleasure, love, and happiness.
31. I try to bring joy to everyone I meet.
32. My high vibration aids in the manifestation of my desires.
33. Every day, I choose to raise my vibration.
34. Miracles abound in my life.
35. I have everything I require right now.
36. I am grateful for my life.
37. I’m in tune with the universe.
38. I keep a high level of energy throughout the day.
39. I choose to be appreciative and happy.
40. My vibe is at an all-time high.
41. To keep my body in good form, I eat healthful foods.
42. I’m in a wonderful place in my life.
43. I’m always trying to improve my energy level.
44. I am solely responsible for my well-being.
45. I choose to be surrounded by love and positive energy.
46. I make an effort to think only happy thoughts.
47. I am a cheerful giver who also appreciates getting wonderful gifts.
48. My high vibration aids the manifestation of my desires.
49. I choose to enhance my vibration every day.
50. My life is full of miracles.
51. My health is excellent, and I have lots of energy.
52. I attract positive energy like a magnet.
53. I am thankful for my nutritional health.
54. I’m comfortable in my skin.
55. I am a high-vibrational being.
56. I’m head over heels in love with myself.
57. I am the creator of my reality.
58. My body is my sanctuary.
59. My vibe is getting stronger.
60. I am a positive energy magnet.
61. I am now satisfied.
62. I am grateful for my life.
63. I’m drawn to settings with a lot of energy.
64. The higher my frequency, the lighter I feel.
65. I am grateful for all the benefits in my life.
66. I am deserving of everything good in life.
67. I’m in tune with the universe.
68. I keep a good level of energy throughout the day.
69. I choose to be appreciative and happy.
70. I’ve been overrun by pleasure, love, and happiness.
71. It is my goal to bring joy to everyone I encounter.
72. My high vibration aids the manifestation of my desires.
73. Every day, I choose to raise my vibration.
74. Miracles abound in my life.
75. I currently have everything I require.
76. I am thankful for the chance to live.
77. I’m in sync with the universe.
78. I retain a high level of energy throughout the day.
79. I make the conscious decision to be appreciative and glad.
80. I’m at an all-time high in terms of energy.
81. To keep my body in good shape, I eat healthful foods.
82. Right now, in my life, I’m in a fantastic place.
83. I always look for new techniques to increase my energy.
84. I am solely responsible for my well-being.
85. I choose to be surrounded by love and great energy.
