Vedanta self inquiry Articles & Insights

18 articles found

This collection of 18 articles explores the multifaceted dimensions of vedanta self inquiry, bringing together insights from philosophy, consciousness studies, and practical spiritual wisdom.

Jun 21, 2026 vedantaturiya

Beyond the Mind: The Four States of Consciousness in Vedanta

Explore the four states of consciousness in Vedanta: waking, dreaming, deep sleep, and Turiya. Discover how these avasthas reveal your true Self beyond the mind.

Jun 21, 2026 mayapredictive-processing

Maya as Predictive Processing: The Brain's Filtering System

Reframe Maya not as cosmic illusion but as the brain's predictive filtering. Explore how ancient Indian wisdom aligns with modern neuroscience on perception.

Aug 3, 2025 jnanavedanta

Jyana: The Three Faces of Knowledge

Feb 25, 2025 chiranjiviimmortality

The Seven Chiranjivis: Complete Guide to the Immortal Dimensions of Human Consciousness

Discover the Sapta Chiranjivis—the seven immortals of Hindu tradition. Learn why they represent dimensions of consciousness that never die: mind mastery, karmic wisdom, dharmic conscience, equanimity, and righteous action. A complete guide to the faculties that make us fully human.

Feb 15, 2025 vedantaphilosophy

Six Orthodox Schools of Indian Philosophy: Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Samkhya, Yoga, Mimamsa, Vedanta

The six orthodox schools (Shad Darshanas) of Indian philosophy explained: Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Samkhya, Yoga, Mimamsa and Vedanta—what each teaches.

Jan 11, 2025 philosophyvedanta

प्रमाण (Pramanas): The Indian Theory of Valid Knowledge—How IKS Validates Truth

Explore the six Pramanas—India's comprehensive epistemological framework for validating knowledge. Discover how perception, inference, testimony, comparison, presumption, and non-cognition work together to establish truth, and why this ancient system remains relevant for evaluating AI, science, and spiritual claims.

Dec 31, 2024 advaitavedanta

शून्य से अनंत (Shunya to Infinity): The Duality Framework of Reality

Explore the core framework of Indian Knowledge System—how all reality emerges as duality from Shunya (zero). Understand the number line as a map of existence, why polarities are complementary not contradictory, and how this framework applies from physics to consciousness.

Dec 7, 2024 dharmavedanta

भारतीय ज्ञान प्रणाली (IKS): The Complete Framework of Indian Knowledge—From Shunya to Infinity

Explore the Indian Knowledge System (IKS)—a comprehensive framework understanding reality from Sthool (gross) to Sukshma (subtle). Discover how Dharma differs from religion, why India fostered 100+ spiritual paths, and how duality, Vak (sound), and Shoonyata form the foundation of all knowledge—from ancient wisdom to modern AI and coding.

May 11, 2024 upanishadsvedanta

केनोपनिषद (Kenopanishad)

Explore the profound wisdom of Kenopanishad—one of the 10 primary Upanishads. Discover the nature of consciousness and the ultimate reality (Brahman).

Mar 24, 2024 advaitavedanta

Jnana Yoga: The Direct Path to Knowing Your True Nature (Swaroop)

Discover Jnana Yoga as the most direct path to self-realization—not through belief but through direct knowing. Learn how discriminative wisdom (Viveka) dissolves the illusion of separation, why 'Tat Tvam Asi' ends the evolutionary journey, and how to use the Ajna and Sahasrara chakras for liberation.

Dec 13, 2023 advaitavedanta

Vivek Chudamani by Adi Shankaracharya: The Spiritual Transformation of an Intelligent Being

Explore Vivekachudamani—"The Crest Jewel of Discernment" by Adi Shankaracharya. An essential guide to the path of self-realization through discriminative wisdom.

Nov 13, 2023 philosophyvedanta

अहंकार (Ego)

अहंकार (Ahamkara) literally translates to "I-maker" in Sanskrit.

Nov 13, 2023 vedantaphilosophy

चित्त (Subconscious Mind)

Explore Chitta (चित्त) - the subconscious mind in Indian philosophy. Understand how it stores memories and influences perception and decision-making.

Oct 4, 2023 vedantaphilosophy

Manas (मनस)

Explore Manas (मनस) - the thinking mind in Vedantic philosophy. Understand its role in the Antahkarana and its significance for self-realization.

Oct 1, 2023 vedantaphilosophy

Context of Antahkarana in Vedantasara

Explore the Antahkarana (inner instrument) and its fourfold division—Manas, Buddhi, Chitta, and Ahamkara—as described in Vedantasara.

Jun 6, 2023 vedantaself-realization

Understanding the Five Types of Mukti: Paths to Liberation in Hindu Philosophy

The five types of Mukti in Hindu philosophy explained: Salokya, Samipya, Sarupya, Sarsti and Sayujya—the different paths to liberation (moksha).

May 15, 2023 vedantabrahman

Indian Philosophy as a Knowledge Graph a perspective

interconnected knowledge graph of Indian philosophy. It highlights the core concepts and schools in a visually engaging and harmonious layout.

Jan 14, 2022 self-realizationadvaita

Swaroop: Recognizing Your True Nature—The Goal of All Yoga Paths

Discover Swaroop (स्वरूप)—your true nature that all yoga paths lead to. Learn why self-realization isn't becoming something new but recognizing what you always were, and how every spiritual practice points to this single recognition.