Vedanta Talks - Swami Sarvapriyananda 2 - Introduction to Vedanta (Drg Drsya Viveka: Verses 2-5)
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Aug 6, 2018 Explore the intriguing distinctions between the seer and the seen in self-awareness. Delve into how consciousness shapes our perceptions and the roles of thoughts and emotions. Discover a philosophical shift from worldly ambitions to spiritual duties with karma yoga. Learn about six disciplines crucial for spiritual growth. Finally, understand the eternal nature of the subtle body and pure consciousness, setting the stage for deeper insights into Vedanta.
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Seer And Seen Are Always Distinct
- The seer (knower) and the seen (known) are always distinct in every experience.
- Tracing who knows what reveals we are the witnessing consciousness, not body, senses, or mind.
One Seer, Many Seen
- One organ (the eyes) perceives many varied forms, showing the unity of the seer against multiplicity of seen.
- This supports that the seer is single while the seen are diverse and changeable.
Mind Knows The Senses
- Sense organs themselves become objects of knowledge for the mind, so the mind is a deeper knower than the senses.
- This progressive analysis shows successive layers of objecthood culminating in a witnessing consciousness.