What is Brahmavidya
Brahman represents the Ultimate Truth. Vidyā means knowledge. Brahmavidyā means “Knowledge of the Ultimate Truth”.
Brahman represents the Ultimate Truth. Vidyā means knowledge. Brahmavidyā means “Knowledge of the Ultimate Truth”.
The Seekers of Ultimate Truth in India discovered that the Ultimate Truth – the One Consciousness on which the whole universal display appears to be – is no different from our own True Identity – the Self. So, Brahmavidyā is equally the knowledge of our true Identity.
Brahmavidyā, as exposed in the Vedantic Scriptures (Upanishads), guides a seeker to discover this Truth first hand, within himself. The goal is to realize that the Self (the real “I”) is the same as the Brahman (the Source or Substratum of the Universe).
As this realization is about our own identity, it results into a complete transformation of our inner personality. The practice of Brahmavidyā expands our vision, sublimates our mind, and clarifies our intelligence, leading to freedom and fulfillment.
The pursuit of Brahmavidyā has two aspects: (1) Non-interactional pursuit consisting of introspection, contemplation and meditation on our real Identity or Self as exposed in the Upanishads; and (2) Interactional pursuit to cultivate the Soul dimensions – qualities like vairāgya (impersonality), samatva (even-mindedness), asangatvā (non-clinging), non-possession, unaffectedness etc. – during interactions with the world.
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In our lineage, the spiritual current imparted and imbibed during initiation is verily responsible for experiential manifestation of the inner power and brilliance in the disciple’s life.
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perspectives on brahmavidya
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Rapid growth of our materialistic civilization has led to phenomenal increase in stress, competition, distraction, greed and fear in the minds of all people. We constantly cling to what we like, and fear facing what we dislike. We are anxious about acquiring what we don’t have, and losing what we do. Our minds have become weak – in fact, slave to the objects and external situations.
The infinite variety of the world always creates an outward pull – a centrifugal force which pulls us away from our inmost identity. Understand that this centrifugal force is not generated by objects, but by our own mind’s attraction and repulsion towards them.
Our focus must be to interact with world’s variety while remaining anchored to our core identity, balancing the centrifugal force by generating enough of centripetal force. Spiritual knowledge and practice are meant to generate this centripetal force to keep us Self-seated.
Being anchored to our Real Identity, we will be able to live with poise, strength and stability even amidst intense oscillation of the world’s external situations.
How to remain anchored in our inmost identity?
LOOK Within. Shift the focus from external events and situations, to the mind’s response to them. FOLLOW that which makes you feel inner expansion, lightness, and strength. AVOID that which makes you feel shrunk, heavy and weak within. Remember, our growth is in inner expansion. A good life is a pilgrimage from selfishness to Universal-ness.
UNDERSTAND that Difficulties are verily opportunities for further growth. They are the gateways to elevation and expansion.
LOVE Good Qualities. The easiest way to imbibe any quality is to love that quality. When we really love a quality, we will be happy seeing it in our enemy also.
NEVER dwell in the past (either lamenting/repenting or boasting), or loiter in the imaginary future. Analyze the past impersonally, and plan the future wisely. But, accept the present readily, and go ahead with courage and unaffectedness.
BE ATTENTIVE to the present. Plan very well learning from past experiences, and considering all future possibilities and consequences. But, do not indulge in the expectation of gain and happiness that may (or may not) come at the end. -ANY CORRECTION becomes most effective when applied to the causal level. To correct a wrong behaviour, look for the thoughts giving rise to such behaviour. To transform the thoughts look into the mindset (bhāva) that is giving rise to such thoughts. A good liberal mindset will generate good liberal thoughts; which in turn will be expressed through good liberal actions/behaviour.
MINDSET (BHĀVA) in spiritual sādhanā is transformed by repeated contemplation on the one, universal, changeless Reality, which is our own real Identity, free of any taint or affectation.
REMEMBER – Love, owning everybody, is the greatest power in the world. Never find fault with others. Blaming thoughts about anybody pollutes our own mind.
WATCH the mind always. Indulging constantly in worldly thoughts of likes and dislikes makes us slave to the world. By thinking more and more about our own unaffected core identity, we become master of the world.
Disciplined senses following the mind, mind guided by intelligence, and intelligence always looking for guidance from the inmost Reality, will lead us to the ultimate auspicious goal.
“Whether you seek material peace, intellectual wisdom, personal steadiness or religious salvation, know that the source of any and all lies just within you. Look to the within, turn inward and unearth your own hidden treasures. Be humble but bold and keen in your attempt.”
“As this realization is about our own identity, it results into a complete transformation of our inner personality. The practice of Brahmavidyā expands our vision, sublimates our mind, and clarifies our intelligence, leading to freedom and fulfillment.”
Essential Guide For Sādhanā and Practice
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SCRIPTURES
- Aparokshanubhuti Ashtavakra Samhita Bhagavad Gita Bhaja Govindam Brihadaranyaka Upanishad Guru Ashtakam Guru Gita Isa Upanishad Katha Upanishad Kenopanishad Lingashtakam Madhurashtakam Mahabharata Mundakopanishad Sarva Vedanta Siddhanta Sara Sangrahah Saundarya Lahari Shanti Mantras Shvetashvatara Upanishad Srimad Bhagavatam Subhashitam Taittiriya Upanishad Upadesha Panchakam Vairagya Shatakam Vishnusahasranama Vivekachudamani Yogavasishtha Ramayanam
PLAYLISTS
- Atma Sudha (Fountain of Bliss) Atma Sudha Verse by Verse (Fountain of Bliss) Bhagavad Gita Bhagavad Gita - Listen and Learn Bhagavad Gita - Verse by Verse Bhagavad Gita Chapter 15 Bhajans Essential Shlokas For Memorization (Bhagavad Gita) Evening Prayers Inner Embrace Inner Embrace Verse by Verse Morning Prayers Song of the Soul Song of the Soul - Verse by Verse Verses for Introspection Vishnusahasranama
PLAYLISTS
- Bhagavadgeeta – A Revolutionary Message Bhagavadgeeta – Sattva-Rajas-Tamas & Their Transcendence Ch.14 Prabhata Rashmih - Malayalam Prabhata Rashmih Prabhata Rashmih - Austerity and Renunciation Prabhata Rashmih - Brahmavidya Prabhata Rashmih - Discover Spirituality Prabhata Rashmih - How to Lead Life towards Fulfillment Prabhata Rashmih - Introspection, the knowledge austerity Prabhata Rashmih - Meditation - The Purpose and the Process Prabhata Rashmih - Mind - Its Mysteries and how to Spiritualize it Prabhata Rashmih - Nurturing Good Qualities Prabhata Rashmih - The Eternal Relevance of Scriptures Prabhata Rashmih - The Nature of Consciousness Prabhata Rashmih - The Practice of Sadhana Prabhata Rashmih - The Relationship with God Prabhata Rashmih - The Role of a Guru Prabhata Rashmih - What is it to be spiritual and its benefits Prabhata Rashmih - Where lies True Dharma Prabhata Rashmih – Interactional Sadhana, its role and means Prabhata Rashmih – Making Devotion Wholesome Prabhata Rashmih – The Unique Philosophy of the Bhagavad Gita Realise the Self - Here and Now The Majesty of the Mind Zenith of Devotion
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“The paths leading man to God or truth are said to be many. I will speak only of the shortest. It is to recognise God as the self in you and then to find him out. What is the distance then between you and God, between you and yourself? Ah, there is no distance at all, a full zero! Yet, how dare you say to find God and Truth is hard?”
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Vivekachudamani
Vivekachudamani (The crest jewel of Discrimination) is the last creation of Adi Shankaracharya. It is presented in the form of a conversation between the teacher and the student. This series of talks is based on the morning classes conducted by Poojya Swami Bhoomananda Tirtha.
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01 – Vivekachudamani – Swami Bhoomananda Tirtha – Viveka and Vairagya: Imperative for Fulfillment
This is the 1st video in the playlist containing 5 videos in the discourse series delivered by Swami Bhoomananda Tirtha on Vivekachudamani. In this video, Swamiji discusses the paramount importance of Viveka or Discrimination in the journey of a spiritual aspirant.
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02 – Vivekachudamani – Swami Bhoomananda Tirtha – Viveka and Vairagya: Imperative for Fulfillment
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03 – Vivekachudamani – Swami Bhoomananda Tirtha – Viveka and Vairagya: Imperative for Fulfillment
Brihadaranyaka Upanishad
As the name suggests, Brihadaranyaka Upanishad is a voluminous text. It is a treatise on Self knowledge and it covers all aspects of human life. In this discourse, Swamiji takes up a very significant portion of Brihadaranyaka Upanishad--the conversation between Sage Yajnavalkya and Maitreyi.
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01 – Brihadaranyaka Upanishad – Yajnavalkya-Maitreyi dialogue – By Swami Nirviseshananda Tirtha
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02 – Brihadaranyaka Upanishad – Yajnavalkya-Maitreyi dialogue – By Swami Nirviseshananda Tirtha
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Upadesha Panchakam
Ma introduces the text Upadesha Panchakam by Adi Shankaracharya, giving a brief background of how this text was composed. Shankaracharya's disciples seeking to resolve their dilemma regarding the right path of liberation, humbly requested Adi Shankaracharya to guide them and show them the path. Adi Shankaracharya composed Upadesha Panchakam consisting of 5 Verses where he blends Jnana, Bhakti and Sadhana.
Ma Gurupriya
01 – Upadesha Panchakam – Swamini Ma Gurupriya – Essence of Spiritual Sadhana
This is the 1st video in the playlist containing 4 videos in the discourse series delivered by Swamini Ma Gurupriya on Upadesha Panchakam. Explaining the 1st Verse of the text, Ma exhorts all seekers to have a very disciplined life and be very sincere and committed to one’s spiritual pursuit.
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SCRIPTURES
- Aparokshanubhuti Ashtavakra Samhita Bhagavad Gita Bhaja Govindam Brihadaranyaka Upanishad Guru Ashtakam Guru Gita Isa Upanishad Katha Upanishad Kenopanishad Lingashtakam Madhurashtakam Mahabharata Mundakopanishad Sarva Vedanta Siddhanta Sara Sangrahah Saundarya Lahari Shanti Mantras Shvetashvatara Upanishad Srimad Bhagavatam Subhashitam Taittiriya Upanishad Upadesha Panchakam Vairagya Shatakam Vishnusahasranama Vivekachudamani Yogavasishtha Ramayanam
PLAYLISTS
- Atma Sudha (Fountain of Bliss) Atma Sudha Verse by Verse (Fountain of Bliss) Bhagavad Gita Bhagavad Gita - Listen and Learn Bhagavad Gita - Verse by Verse Bhagavad Gita Chapter 15 Bhajans Essential Shlokas For Memorization (Bhagavad Gita) Evening Prayers Inner Embrace Inner Embrace Verse by Verse Morning Prayers Song of the Soul Song of the Soul - Verse by Verse Verses for Introspection Vishnusahasranama
PLAYLISTS
- Bhagavadgeeta – A Revolutionary Message Bhagavadgeeta – Sattva-Rajas-Tamas & Their Transcendence Ch.14 Prabhata Rashmih - Malayalam Prabhata Rashmih Prabhata Rashmih - Austerity and Renunciation Prabhata Rashmih - Brahmavidya Prabhata Rashmih - Discover Spirituality Prabhata Rashmih - How to Lead Life towards Fulfillment Prabhata Rashmih - Introspection, the knowledge austerity Prabhata Rashmih - Meditation - The Purpose and the Process Prabhata Rashmih - Mind - Its Mysteries and how to Spiritualize it Prabhata Rashmih - Nurturing Good Qualities Prabhata Rashmih - The Eternal Relevance of Scriptures Prabhata Rashmih - The Nature of Consciousness Prabhata Rashmih - The Practice of Sadhana Prabhata Rashmih - The Relationship with God Prabhata Rashmih - The Role of a Guru Prabhata Rashmih - What is it to be spiritual and its benefits Prabhata Rashmih - Where lies True Dharma Prabhata Rashmih – Interactional Sadhana, its role and means Prabhata Rashmih – Making Devotion Wholesome Prabhata Rashmih – The Unique Philosophy of the Bhagavad Gita Realise the Self - Here and Now The Majesty of the Mind Zenith of Devotion
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Swami Bhoomananda Tirtha
Collective Sādhanā – Its Spiritual Dimension
While interactional sadhana strengthens, deepens and enhances your individual pursuit, both these are verily enriched and empowered by taking up collective sadhana. Only when there is a collective programme, all of you will come together and join.
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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS(3)
Swami Nirviseshananda Tirtha
How to recognise a Guru?
A time comes in the life of a serious seeker, when he eagerly seeks the ultimate and feels the need for one path guided by one Guru. Holding on to one is important in making the divergent mind convergent.
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Influence of Gunas–Are we helpless?
Everything is the effect of guṇas. Work, cessation, dream, sleep, wakefulness — all. But within these, the guṇas alone make you think, enquire, seek etc. See all as guṇas and flow with them. Do when you feel like doing. Stop and leave when you feel so. Be natural.
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Bhagavad Gita for Personality Transformation
Right from birth, we are slave to our attraction and repulsion towards worldly objects and situations. Our mind constantly undergoes elation, depression, and agitation, depending on whether the objective situation we face is to our liking or disliking. We are fearful of losing what we like and facing what we dislike. Bhagavadgeeta wants us to transform this slavery into mastery by cultivating the “Yoga” attitude.
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Reminiscences of Five Divine Days
As Swamiji and some other devotees carried the armchair, Bābā was amused and he started shouting “Hari bol Hari bol”– as it is done in Bengal, but while carrying a dead body! The few railway staff present in the deserted station at that unearthly hour watched curiously the strange procession. Did they know that the reminder about mortality of the body was coming from an Immortal Soul while being carried by another Immortal Soul?
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