Literally non-duality; a school of the Vedanta philosophy that declares the oneness of God, soul, and the universe.
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The 5 theories of Advaita
Can someone please explain me these theories of advaita vedanta in simple words.
The information that is out there on the internet is a little hard for me to grasp.
Ajati-vada
Abhasa-vada
Drishti-Srishti-vada
Parinama-vada
Vivarta-vada
Thank you.
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Why is jagat mithya as per advaita?
why is universe is illusion as per adhvaita. If it is illusion then how can all of us are seeing the same universe. For ex: if I am seeing an object in front of me so that does not mean that I am only seeing it, all those who are side by me are…
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Is Sushupti and Samadhi categorically the same?
Dreamless state and Samadhi share the condition of absence of any Vrittis. Can they be the same thing then? If not where is the difference?
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The difference between the mind and the Atman in Advaita Vedanta
It is emphasised in Advaita Vedanta that "I am neither the mind nor the body, I am the Atman which is in fact the same as Brahman" (not a quote but my understanding).
I would like to know in what sense the mind and Atman are different. What makes…
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Connection between Advaita Vedanta and Gods
As far as I understood, Advaita Vedanta does not require the concept of Trimurti and other gods. Therefore one can reach enlightenment without believing or worshiping any God. But we live in a society where idol worship is very popular. How can I…
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If nobody is really suffering, does that mean we can harm anyone?
Somebody said --> Nobody is really suffering. Nobody is really ignorant or anything. It is just a movie. We suffer because we think it is real. The moment we realize the Truth, we are happy and always enjoy the illusion show. Advaita…
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Do all of us have the same soul?
There is a popular quote in Vivekachudamani , -
brahma satyam jagan-mithyä jivo brahmaiva näparah
meaning -
Brahma alone is real , World is false, and the jiva is non-different from Brahman
So,Does it mean all of us have the same soul ?
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How do Advaitins explain Spatial Difference or देशीय भेद?
According to Advaita there are no Bheda or difference in Brahman.
It explains the indifference between souls by saying that the upadhi or delimitng agents separate one super soul into multiple souls.
So the difference is only created like a pot and…
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In Advaita, what happens to the subtle body after videha-mukti?
According to Advaita, what happens to the subtle body after videha mukti? Does Shankara or the Upanishads says anything about it?
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Advaita: What is Nididhyasana?
Who first used the term nididhysana? Shankaracharya or Ramana Maharshi?
Is nididhyasana meditation or mere contemplation?
If its meditation, then how is it different from Patanjali's meditation techniques?
If its contemplation, then how does…
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Do advaita vedanta believe in hell as a real place?
Do advaita vedanta believes in hell as a place where sin full people will be suffer with pain.
Or do they believe that hell is a state of mind.
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Urdhva Pundra for follower of Advaita Philosophy
Can a follower of Advaita Philosophy wear the Urdhva Pundra of Gopi Chandana? If so, what is procedure to be followed to wear it?
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How is ritualism and deity worship compatible with Advaita Vedanta?
Ritualism and deity worship seems to be in contradiction with the non-dualistic view of reality. However groups like Ramakrishna Mission that follow Advaita Vedanta engage in elaborate ritualistic Durga, Kali worship.
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According to drishti-srishti vada in Advaita, does the universe arise due to our perception?
The doctrine of drishti-srishti vada in Advaita says that jiva's vision or perception is the cause of this universe.
Did Shankara write any commentaries explaining how the manifestation of the universe takes place due to our perception?
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What do Advaitins mean by "the world is an appearance"?
Kindly explain to me what do Advaitins mean by -
"the world is an appearance/illusion"?
If a tiger chases a man, pounces on him and kills him, will that be an illusory appearance as well?
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