Significance of Advaita
Synonyms: Non-dualism, Nondualism, Unity, Oneness, Singularity, Monism
In Dutch: Advaita; In Finnish: Advaita
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Hindu concept of 'Advaita'
Advaita in Hinduism embodies the concept of non-duality, highlighting the essential oneness of the individual soul with Supreme Brahman, emphasizing the dissolution of distinctions and fostering a profound spiritual connection among devotees within the philosophical framework.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) A philosophical school that emphasizes non-duality, asserting that there is no difference between the individual soul and the Supreme Lord.[1] (2) Referring to a philosophical concept of non-duality, indicating a state of oneness.[2] (3) The individual whose desire prompted Lord Caitanya to stay and enjoy kirtana, playing an important role in the events described.[3] (4) The individual who received the extraordinary mercy, serving as the focal point of the amazement expressed by the Vaishnavas.[4] (5) A significant figure in the spiritual context against whom offenses can lead to severe consequences.[5]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) The concept of non-duality, where separation between the individual soul and the Supreme is eliminated.[6] (2) Non-dualism; a philosophy that provides gentle logical reasoning and emphasizes personal experience.[7] (3) Feelings of oneness between themselves and the Supreme Absolute.[8]
From: Tiruvaymoli (Thiruvaimozhi): English translation
(1) Philosophical concept of absolute monism, ascribed to Shankara, in contrast with Ramanuja's Vishishtadvaita.[9] (2) A philosophical concept suggesting non-difference between the individual soul and the divine Lord, which is countered by the ‘Sheshatva’ aspect.[10]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) A philosophical school that promotes non-dualism, indicating that the clarification of the text will align with its teachings.[11] (2) A philosophical school that posits Brahman-Atman as the sole reality.[12] (3) A philosophical inquiry into the nature of the Self, identifying its constant and unchanging essence across states of consciousness.[13] (4) A philosophical concept that implies non-duality, asserting that the individual self (jiva) is fundamentally identical with the ultimate reality (Brahman).[14] (5) A philosophical school that teaches non-dualism, emphasizing the oneness of the individual self with Brahman.[15]
From: Mandukya Upanishad
(1) A philosophical concept that embodies non-duality, suggesting that reality is a singular existence without any division.[16] (2) A philosophical concept representing non-duality, suggesting that there is no separation between the self and the universe.[17] (3) A philosophical concept meaning 'non-duality,' reflecting the idea that perceived dualities are in essence a singular unity.[18] (4) A philosophical concept that emphasizes non-duality and the idea of the oneness of The Self.[19]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) A philosophical view promoting non-duality and the belief that only the changeless Brahman exists.[20] (2) The non-duality concept, a crucial aspect of Gaudapada's teachings that declares the oneness of Atman and Brahman.[21] (3) A philosophical position that emphasizes non-duality, asserting that the Jiva and Brahman are one.[22]
From: Bhagavatpadabhyudaya by Lakshmana Suri (study)
(1) A philosophical concept in Hinduism advocating the non-dual nature of reality, indicating no distinction between deities like Shiva and Vishnu.[23] (2) The philosophical concept that Shankara's teachings are based on, emphasizing non-duality in the spiritual context.[24] (3) A philosophical doctrine emphasizing non-dualism and unity in diversity.[25]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Madhva commentary)
(1) A philosophical concept of non-duality representing the ultimate realization of oneness with God and the freedom from false notions.[26] (2) The non-dualistic perspective that recognizes the ultimate unity of existence, contrary to the plurality perceived by the ignorant.[27]
From: Shiva Gita (study and summary)
(1) The philosophical concept of non-duality in Hinduism.[28] (2) The philosophy of non-duality that emphasizes the ultimate unity of existence and the identity of the individual soul (Jiva) with the Absolute (Brahman).[29]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The doctrine of non-duality emphasizing the oneness of the Individual Self with the Absolute.[30]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (english Translation)
(1) A non-dualistic perspective that teaches the ultimate unity of the Self with Brahman, emphasizing that perceived limitations are not the true reality.[31]
From: Thirty minor Upanishads
(1) The philosophical concept of non-dualism, identifying all as one.[32]
From: Prasthanatrayi Swaminarayan Bhashyam (Study)
(1) The principle of non-dualism that asserts the oneness of Brahman as the ultimate reality.[33]
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The non-dualistic philosophy asserting that the individual self (Atman) and the ultimate reality (Brahman) are one.[34]
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) A philosophical perspective implying non-duality, where the knower experiences unity with the self (Atman) and differentiates from physical manifestations.[35]
From: Sivaprakasam (Study in Bondage and Liberation)
(1) A philosophical term meaning not-two, which implies that the essence of reality is unity rather than duality.[36] (2) The philosophical concept of non-duality articulated in Shaiva Siddhanta, emphasizing the oneness of the individual self and Shiva.[37] (3) The philosophical view that promotes the idea of oneness between the knower of bliss and Brahman.[38] (4) Typically interpreted as non-dualism, this term is nuanced in different philosophical schools and highlights the complexities of unity and identity regarding God and individual selves.[39] (5) A term that refers to non-duality, which Shivajnana Munivar asserts does not include any of the relationships defined.[40]
From: Gitartha Samgraha (critical Study)
(1) The non-dual aspect of reality described in Gitarthasangraha, which emphasizes that the individual self and the ultimate reality are fundamentally the same.[41] (2) A non-dualistic school of thought within the Shaiva tradition, contrasting with dualistic beliefs.[42]
From: Shaiva Upanishads (A Critical Study)
(1) Advaita denotes the non-dualistic philosophy that emphasizes the oneness of existence.[43]
From: Shakti and Shakta
(1) A non-dualistic school of thought within Hindu philosophy that sees all distinctions as ultimately an illusion.[44] (2) A non-dual philosophical discipline suggesting that individual identity and the Divine are ultimately one.[45] (3) Advaita, meaning non-dualism, is a philosophical perspective in which all distinctions are ultimately dissolved, emphasizing the unity of consciousness.[46] (4) A philosophical viewpoint that expresses the non-duality of the soul (Jivatma) and the absolute reality (Paramatma), often represented in various schools of thought within Hinduism.[47] (5) A term that may also refer to monism; it describes a non-dualistic approach to understanding the nature of reality.[48]
From: Varahi Tantra (English Study)
(1) A philosophical concept representing non-duality, where the individual self recognizes its unity with the universal consciousness.[49]
From: Bhagavad-gita-rahasya (or Karma-yoga Shastra)
(1) The non-dualistic point of view that emphasizes the unity of the Atman and Brahman.[50]
From: Bhagavata Purana
(1) A non-dualistic philosophical school that teaches the ultimate identity of the individual soul with the Supreme Brahman.[51]
From: Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story)
(1) The philosophical stance of non-duality emphasized in Vedanta, asserting that the atman and Brahman are one and the same, in contrast to other philosophical systems.[52]
From: Yoga-sutras (Ancient and Modern Interpretations)
(1) A school of thought with a non-dualist perspective, but different from the philosophy presented by Vallabhacarya.[53]
Jain concept of 'Advaita'
In Jainism, Advaita denotes a concept that characterizes an entity as composed solely of itself, emphasizing a non-dualistic nature where nothing else exists apart from the specific entity being referenced.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) An adjective that describes something consisting of nothing but a particular entity.[54]
The concept of Advaita in local and regional sources
Advaita, a non-dualistic philosophy articulated by Adi Sankara, emphasizes the intrinsic unity between the individual soul (Atman) and the ultimate reality (Brahman), underscoring the interconnectedness of existence and promoting self-realization through this understanding.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) A philosophical concept asserting non-duality, emphasizing that the ultimate reality is a single, unified force or consciousness.[55] (2) A concept reflecting non-dualism, stressing the unity of all existence, promoted by the Acharyaswami.[56] (3) A philosophical school emphasizing non-duality, aiding the translator in making the original text comprehensible.[57] (4) A philosophical slant used in commentary that aids in making difficult passages of the Bhagavatam more understandable.[58] (5) The non-dual philosophy as articulated by Sri Sankara, emphasizing unity among all existence.[59]
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) A philosophy emphasizing non-difference between God and His devotees, believed by Mahipati.[60]