The Taittiriya Upanishad, part of the Yajur Veda, primarily focuses on the concept of Brahman as the ultimate reality, describing it as "Truth, Knowledge, and Infinite Bliss," and explaining that everything in the universe, including the individual self, is a manifestation of this Brahman; it notably introduces the "five sheaths" theory, detailing different layers of human consciousness, from the physical body to the pure Self, and emphasizes the importance of seeking liberation through understanding and realizing this underlying unity through practices like meditation and self-inquiry.
Divided into three sections: Siksha Valli (focuses on phonetics and pronunciation), Brahmananda Valli (discusses the nature of Brahman), and Bhrigu Valli (narrates the story of Bhrigu, who attains realization of Brahman through penance)
The core message is that the true self is Brahman, which is beyond the limitations of the physical world and can be accessed through spiritual practice and self-knowledge
The Taittiriya Upanishad, part of the Yajur Veda, primarily focuses on the concept of Brahman as the ultimate reality, describing it as "Truth, Knowledge, and Infinite Bliss," and explaining that everything in the universe, including the individual self, is a manifestation of this Brahman; it notably introduces the "five sheaths" theory, detailing different layers of human consciousness, from the physical body to the pure Self, and emphasizes the importance of seeking liberation through understanding and realizing this underlying unity through practices like meditation and self-inquiry.
Divided into three sections: Siksha Valli (focuses on phonetics and pronunciation), Brahmananda Valli (discusses the nature of Brahman), and Bhrigu Valli (narrates the story of Bhrigu, who attains realization of Brahman through penance)
The core message is that the true self is Brahman, which is beyond the limitations of the physical world and can be accessed through spiritual practice and self-knowledge
Final episode to discuss on doubts and clarification on the mantras of Taittareeya Upanishad etc
Concluding Session of Taittareeya Upanishad. Completed the third chapter remaining mantras and ended up with chanting.
The Method of contemplation on the five aspects of experiences to arrive at the Self-realization is explained in this episode
Commenced the Third Chapter Briguvalli. The chapter beings with the indicative definition on Brahman.
Concluding the second chapter and how fear being used as a symbol of all experiences in duality.
Continuation of the previous class with special emphasis on the aspects of words and mind and how the realization is explained by Adi Sanakara in his commentary.
Discussion on the ninth Anuvak begins in this episode. The famous mantra "Yato vAcho nivartanthe aprApya manasA sahaH" meaning from where/what the words returns along with the mind failing to apprehend it, is being explained and will be continued into the next episode too.
Concluding the Eighth Anuvaka by explaining the term "upsamkaamati" as knowledge as explained by Sri Sakaracharya in his commentary.
Continuation of the discussion of the earlier topic is being pursued in this episode for clarity and conclusion of the difference between a Janani and Ajnani.
To understand the terms Avidhyakalpitam and Swabhavikam it is mandatory to know the import of Vidhya and Avidhya, This episode starts the real meaning of Vidhya and Avidhya.
Continuing the same from the previous class the discussion is concluded in this episode.
Continuing the discussion on the term Swabhavikatvaat in relation with our experience of deep sleep and the presence of the same in other two states namely waking and dream, the commentary delves deep into our experiences to realize that nature of Self in all states.
Continuing the discussion from the last class, the discussion now goes on to discuss on the three states of Waking Dream and Deep Sleep and how the Non-apprehension in the state of Deep sleep is the Truth and reality, while the experiences of waking and dream are appearances due to the Non-apprehension of the same reality of Deep Sleep which is the reality of the individual at all times.
The Discussion between the master and opponent on the question how did the master arrive at the indented meaning of the scripture as Advaita and not as a prescription supporting the Vedic ritual aspects similar to the one for attaining Swarga etc, here the attaining object being Brahman is being continued
The discussion between the opponent and Sidhanti on the term samkrAmati meaning pervade or engulf in this section is being analysed in detail as to are there two separate Jiva and Brahman in order to pervade or becoming one with the supreme.
Continuing the Eight Anuvak the discussion is about the same Brahman is that which is in the Individual or may it be the Sun. How ever insignificant or significant be the creation all are pervaded with the One and Only One Brahman
The three important aspects that are required in the experience of Advaitic realization are being discussed.
Continuing on the Explanation on Ananda to relate to the Nature of Self as Ananda.
Continuing the gradations of Bliss felt from human level to that of Hiranyagarbha BrahmA. Comparing to that of the BrahaJnani these are only a minuscule of the bliss of the Know-er of Brahman
This section describes the bliss of Brahman of which the worldly happiness is a mere reflection. Even the highest worldly happiness is produced by external factors and depends upon certain actions on the part of the enjoyer, from Brahma down to man. Beyond the highest worldly happiness lies the Bliss of Brahman, experienced by those who have realized their identity with the Supreme Spirit. The Bliss of Brahman does not admit of higher or lower degrees.