Category: Yoga kundalini Upanishad
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अनाख्यमनभिव्यक्तं सत्किञ्चिदवशिष्यते । ध्यात्वा मध्यस्थमात्मानं कलशान्तरदीपवत् ॥ – Something real remains, indescribable and unmanifest. One should meditate upon the Self within, like a lamp shining inside a vessel.
Understanding the Unmanifested Self The ancient sages of the Upanishads conveyed profound truths about existence and spiritual enlightenment. The phrase, “अनाख्यमनभिव्यक्तं सत्किञ्चिदवशिष्यते” translates to the idea that something real, indescribable and unmanifest, remains at the core of our being. This concept encourages seekers to look beyond the surface of reality and to delve deeper into…
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परमात्मनि लीनं तत्परं ब्रह्मैव जायते । ततः स्तिमितगम्भीरं न तेजो न तमस्ततम् ॥ – Merged into the Supreme Self, everything becomes the Supreme Brahman. What remains is profound stillness, beyond both light and darkness.
Understanding the Supreme Self The concept of the Supreme Self, or Brahman, is central to many spiritual and philosophical traditions, particularly in Indian thought. The line ‘परमात्मनि लीनं तत्परं ब्रह्मैव जायते’ translates to the core belief that when the individual self (Atman) merges into the Supreme Self, it transforms into the Supreme Brahman itself. What…
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स्वस्वोपाधिलयादेव लीयन्ते प्रत्यगात्मनि । अण्डं ज्ञानाग्निना तप्तं लीयते कारणैः सह ॥ – When their limiting conditions dissolve, these principles merge into the inner Self. The cosmic and individual manifestations dissolve through the fire of knowledge, together with their causes.
Understanding the Cosmic and Individual Manifestations The passage from the Yoga Kundalini Upanishad, “स्वस्वोपाधिलयादेव लीयन्ते प्रत्यगात्मनि । अण्डं ज्ञानाग्निना तप्तं लीयते कारणैः सह,” beautifully encapsulates the profound essence of merging individual consciousness with the universal spirit. It speaks to a transformative process where limiting conditions dissolve, symbolizing the removal of ignorance through the fire of…
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विराड्ढिरण्यगर्भश्च ईश्वरश्चेति ते त्रयः । ब्रह्माण्डं चैव पिण्डाण्डं लोका भूरादयः क्रमात् ॥ – The corresponding cosmic principles are Virāṭ, Hiraṇyagarbha and Īśvara. These relate to the macrocosm, the individual body and the worlds beginning with Bhūḥ.
Introduction In the realm of Yoga and Upanishads, the understanding of cosmic principles plays a vital role in our spiritual awakening. The verse, “विराड्ढिरण्यगर्भश्च ईश्वरश्चेति ते त्रयः । ब्रह्माण्डं चैव पिण्डाण्डं लोका भूरादयः क्रमात् ॥” encapsulates deep philosophical insights regarding the cosmic energies: Virāṭ, Hiraṇyagarbha, and Īśvara. This article delves into these principles and illustrates…
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शब्दैरुच्चावचैर्नीचैर्भाषितोऽपि न लिप्यते । विश्वश्च तैजसश्चैव प्राज्ञश्चेति च ते त्रयः ॥ – Even when speaking words of different kinds, the knower remains unattached. The three states are Viśva, Taijasa and Prājña.
Understanding the Verse The verse “शब्दैरुच्चावचैर्नीचैर्भाषितोऽपि न लिप्यते । विश्वश्च तैजसश्चैव प्राज्ञश्चेति च ते त्रयः ॥” draws attention to the nature of the knower amidst various expressions. It emphasizes a key concept in the Yoga Kundalini Upanishads, where the essence of one’s knowledge and experience transcends the spoken word. When we inquire into the three…
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तस्या वाचः परो देवः कूटस्थो वाक्प्रबोधकः । सोऽहमस्मीति निश्चित्य यः सदा वर्तते पुमान् ॥ – Beyond speech is the supreme, unchanging Divine, the source of its illumination. One should remain established in the certainty, “I am That.”
Understanding the Supreme Divine Beyond Speech The profound teachings encapsulated in the phrase “तस्या वाचः परो देवः” (Beyond speech is the supreme Divine) offer a gateway to understanding the nature of reality as described in the Upanishads. This assertion invites seekers to transcend the limitations of verbal expression in pursuit of the unchanging Divine essence…
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मध्यमायां मुकुलिता वैखर्यां विकसीकृता । पूर्वं यथोदिता या वाग्विलोमेनास्तगा भवेत् ॥ – Speech is bud-like in Madhyamā and fully blossomed in Vaikharī. The process of manifestation can be reversed, returning speech to its source.
Understanding Speech in Spiritual Practices In the profound teachings of the Upanishads, particularly concerning the Yoga Kundalini, speech is depicted as having various forms and manifestations. The verse ‘मध्यमायां मुकुलिता वैखर्यां विकसीकृता’ metaphorically describes the stages of speech from its nascent state in Madhyamā to its fully developed state in Vaikharī. The Duality of Speech…
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अभ्यासवासनाशक्त्या तरन्ति भवसागरम् । परायामङ्कुरीभूय पश्यन्तां द्विदलीकृता ॥ – Through the power of sustained practice and its impressions, seekers cross the ocean of worldly existence. Speech first manifests as a sprout in its supreme form and then becomes divided.
Understanding the Power of Sustained Practice In the journey of spiritual growth, the concept of ‘abhyaasa’ or sustained practice stands out as a vital element. This aspect of yoga delves deep into the transformative powers that diligent practice can bring into the seeker’s life. The phrase ‘अभ्यासवासनाशक्त्या तरन्ति भवसागरम्’ translates to the idea that through…
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गुरुवाक्यसमाभिन्ने ब्रह्मज्ञानं स्फुटीभवेत् । कर्णधारं गुरुं प्राप्य कृत्वा सूक्ष्मं तरन्ति च ॥ – When the covering is broken through the guru’s teaching, knowledge of Brahman becomes clear. With the guru as helmsman, seekers cross the subtle ocean of existence.
Introduction In the realm of spiritual awakening and self-realization, the teachings of the Guru serve as a pivotal force guiding seekers towards the ultimate knowledge of Brahman. The verse “गुरुवाक्यसमाभिन्ने ब्रह्मज्ञानं स्फुटीभवेत्” encapsulates the essence of this journey, revealing the transformative power embedded in the Guru’s words. The Role of the Guru The Guru, often…
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भिन्ने तस्मिन्घटे चैव दीपज्वाला च भासते । स्वकायं घटमित्युक्तं यथा दीपो हि तत्पदम् ॥ – When the pot is broken, the flame of the lamp becomes visible. The body is compared to the pot, and the light represents the supreme state.
Understanding the Symbolism of the Pot and Flame The verse, “भिन्ने तस्मिन्घटे चैव दीपज्वाला च भासते । स्वकायं घटमित्युक्तं यथा दीपो हि तत्पदम् ॥” encapsulates a profound truth about realization and enlightenment in the context of Yoga and Upanishadic teachings. The pot symbolizes the physical body, while the flame signifies the ultimate truth or consciousness…