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Vedanta Talks

Eastern and Western Lenses to Analytic Idealism | Swami Sarvapriyananda & Bernardo Kastrup

May 8, 2024
Swami Sarvapriyananda and Bernardo Kastrup engage in a deep conversation on eastern and western philosophical perspectives, including Advaita Vedanta, consciousness, the nature of reality, bliss, and contrasting views on life and enlightenment. They discuss analytic idealism, consciousness, mental processes, decision-making, causation, and spiritual practices. The discourse offers profound insights into the intersections of Eastern and Western philosophies.
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  • Advaita Vedanta emphasizes questioning perceived reality for fulfillment and overcoming suffering.
  • Consciousness in Advaita Vedanta is seen as limitless and foundational to awareness and happiness.

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Understanding Advaita Vedanta Philosophy

Advaita Vedanta is an ancient Indian philosophy school based on the Vedas and Upanishads. It emphasizes experience and reason over theology. The philosophy aims to understand the nature of reality and the self. Advaita Vedanta teaches that questioning our perceived reality is crucial to overcoming suffering and achieving fulfillment.

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