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In the whole world...there is no study...so beneficial
and so elevating as that of the Upanishads. They are products of the highest
wisdom. They are destined sooner or later to become the faith of the people."
Schopenhauer.
"We have to remember that the highest religion of
the Upanishads, which insists on meditation and morality and worship of
God in spirit and in truth, is not encumbered by such traditional dogmas
and miracles as still hang upon the skirts of other religions. Its central
principle that there is one supreme reality that manifests itself in the
universe is not asserted as a dogma. It is the ultimate truth at which it
is possible for human understanding to arrive. The progress of science and
philosophy does not conflict with it but only confirms it." S.Radhakrishnan
The Upanishads are at once profound religious scriptures, - for
they are a record of the deepest spiritual experiences, - documents of revelatory
and intuitive philosophy of an inexhaustible light, power and largeness
and, whether written in verse or cadenced prose, spiritual poems of an absolute,
an unfailing inspiration inevitable in phrase, wonderful in rhythm and expression.
Sri Aurobindo
The Upanishads have the potential to ignite the flame
of knowledge in the minds of seekers of knowledge. If you are in-terested
in becoming a spiritual person and develop higher knowledge, wisdom and
sensitivity towards the world and yourself, then the Upanishads are the
best choice for you. Jayaram V
Upanishad Translations
Translations
of all major Upanishads: Isa Upanishad, Kena Upanishad,
Mandukya Upanishad, Aitareya Upanishad, Svetavatara
Upanishad, Prasna Upanishad, Vajrasuchika Upanishad,
Taittiriya Upanishad, Kaivalya Upanishad, Katha Upanishad
and more.
Upanishad Essays
Essays
on the introduction, meaning, significance, historical
background, philosophy and concepts of Upanishads with
detailed exposition of subjects such as Atman and Brahman,
the dvaita and advaita views on Brahman, lists of Upanishads,
manifestations of Brahman and so on.
Essays on Brahman
You will
find here information on Brahman, the Supreme Self and
the Highest God of Hinduism, extolled in the Vedas,
who is without a beginning and end and who is the creator
of all and who exists in us as our inner-self or Atman.
Minor Upanishads
Translation
of 22 minor Upanishads are presented here each with
an introduction. Minor Upanishads are an important part
of Hindu philosophical thought. They are very useful
to know the depth and development of Upanishadic philosophy.
Vedanta
Vedanta
is another name of the Upanishads. It also represents
a school of philosophy based upon them. Hinduwebsite
has many essays on Vedanta, some of which are listed
here. They will help you understand the significance
of creation and our place in it.
Upanishad Wisdom
This
section contains a series of expositions on the Upanishadic
teachings and philosophy by Jayaram V, who has translated
several Upanishads and written extensively about the
truths of the Upanishads and advanced concepts.
Mahavakyas
Mahavakyas
means great sayings. They are useful in meditation,
contemplations and to gain insight into the knowledge
and wisdom of the Upanishads. This section lists well
known mahavakyas and presents a few articles explaining
their meaning and significance.
Essays on Atman
Atman
means the Self, or the breathing one. He also goes by
other names and one of the constant and recurring themes
of the Upanishads. The knowledge of Atman leads to liberation.
We have presented some very thoughtful essays on the
nature and significance of Atman in Hindu spirituality.
Bhagavadgita Wisdom
The Bhagavadgita
is also considered an Upanishad since it also speaks
about Atman, Brahman and liberation. This section contains
several articles about the truths, concepts, symbolism,
and philosophy found in the scripture.
Spiritual Essays
This
section provides essays on spiritualism, the practice
of spiritualism, the meaning and significance of divine
centered living, developing the right spiritual attitude
that would lead to better awareness and divine orientation,
scriptures and more.
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