The Taittiriya Upanishad (2.1.1) asserts, “Satyam Jnaanam Anantam Brahma,” emphasizing the profound need for Brahm Gyan, or Supreme Divine Knowledge.
The essence of Brahman:
According to the Upanishad, Brahman is characterized as Satyam (Truth or Power), Jnaanam (Consciousness), and Anantam (Infinite).
Sath-Chith-Anand Swaroop:
Brahman embodies ‘Sath-Chith-Anand,’ signifying Truth, Consciousness, and Bliss.
Deeper Understanding:
Brahm Gyan provides insight into the pure existence, consciousness, and infinite nature of the Supreme Being.
Transformational Swaroop:
Pursuing Brahm Gyan leads to an understanding of the transformative nature of Sath-Chith-Anand, enabling a profound connection with the Divine.
Brahm Gyan is the key to unravelling the depths of Truth, Consciousness, and Bliss, allowing individuals to align with the ultimate Reality of the Supreme Being.
Clarification on Brahman in Vedas and Upanishads:
It is important to note that the Supreme Being or Brahman mentioned in the Vedas and Upanishads is distinct from Paar Brahm Aksharateet, Allah, or the Supreme Truth God. The Brahman referred to is the Sablik Brahm, governing the sablik aspect – the third facet of the Quadraped Magnificence of Akshar Brahm (the Superior Brahman), from which the Vedas have originated.
This understanding stems from the Ultimate Revealed Wisdom, Kulzama Swaroop of the Nijanand Order, a source I fortuitously encountered. Further insights on this aspect can be explored in blogs covering ‘Know the Three Principles and Their Sports’, ‘Mystery of the Cosmic Dance of Creation’, ‘The Absolute Triad’, and ‘The Form and Triad Manifestation of the Supreme Lord’. These writings aim to shed light on the nuanced nature of the Supreme Being as elucidated in the revealed wisdom of the Nijanand Order.
Unraveling the Mysteries of Existence:
Regrettably, owing to ignorance, individuals often attribute the qualities of Satyam (Truth), Chith (Consciousness), and Anand (Bliss) to their cherished forms or even to their revered masters. This raises a fundamental question: Who is the Supreme Lord or the transcendent Aksharateet Paar Brahm, and where does He reside?
The quest for the origins of love, peace, and bliss leads us to ponder: What is the profound source of these divine virtues? Simultaneously, existential inquiries arise, echoing within our consciousness: Who am I? From whence have I come, and what awaits me beyond the mortality threshold?
Pursuing these profound questions, we embark on a journey to unravel the essence of the Supreme Lord and the ultimate source of love, peace, and bliss, confronting the eternal mysteries of our existence.
Embarking on the Spiritual Odyssey:
The commencement of one’s spiritual journey is marked by the emergence of profound questions within the mind. In the perpetual quest for peace and happiness, a natural inclination of humanity, individuals often pursue worldly comforts and material happiness. However, the relentless pursuit of desires, akin to adding clarified butter to fire, only intensifies the flames. The fulfilment of one desire begets more, creating an endless cycle, propelling humans into an unceasing search for ever-elusive happiness and pleasures. This introspective realization signals the initiation of a transformative journey towards a deeper understanding of fulfilment beyond transient desires.
Navigating the Illusory Realm:
The universe unfolds within the fabric of an Illusory Entity, known as Maaya, emanating from the tri-attribute unmanifest nature. True happiness, however, lies in a form beyond these attributes.
In this tri-attributed universe, happiness is elusive, and bliss is even more so, as true bliss is inherently vested in happiness. The pursuit of peace, divorced from bliss, becomes a futile endeavour. Bhatrahari’s wisdom echoes the sentiment that we are not merely indulging in mundane pleasures; we find ourselves trapped by pleasures that have taken us captive. Instead of ascetic practices, the pursuit of earthly pleasures results in self-inflicted pain.
In this paradoxical journey, desires persist without wear while we succumb to the inevitability of ageing. Time, ageless in essence, witnesses our fleeting lifetimes. Vairagya Shatakam poignantly reminds us that time does not age, yet our existence wanes. It is not time that craves, but we are becoming old in the relentless pursuit of desires.
The Proclamation of Brhadaranyak Upanishad (4/5/3, 6):
A profound revelation unfolds in the sacred dialogue between the venerable Sage Yajnavalkya and his wife, Maitreyi. When Yajnavalkya expressed his intent to renounce worldly life, Maitreyi posed a crucial question, asking whether possessing the entire wealth of the earth would grant her immortality. Yajnavalkya responded with unwavering truth: Abundance in material wealth does not assure the peace or immortality sought.
Yajnavalkya imparts profound wisdom, declaring that true peace and immortality are not found in external riches. Instead, he underscores that the key lies in knowing the self — a fundamental realization that propels one onto enduring tranquillity and immortality. The sage emphasizes that the journey toward peace commences only with a profound understanding of the self, signalling the transformative voyage towards eternal serenity.
Essence Unveiled:
Driven by desire, everything in this world becomes dear to us, anchoring us in the allure of worldly pleasures. Yet, in this pursuit, we often remain oblivious to the ultimate truth—that the Supreme Lord alone is worth seeing, hearing, and contemplating.
Timeless Wisdom from Kattop Upanishad (2/2/13):
In the profound verses of Kattop Upanishad (2/2/13), the eternal truth resonates:
Nityo’nityaanaam chetanas’chetanaanaam,
eko bahuunaam yo vidadhaati kaamaan.
Here lies the revelation — One is the eternal Reality amidst the transient, the sole Conscious Entity in the realm of consciousness. In His non-duality, He graciously fulfils the myriad desires of many.
Tamaatmastham yhe’nupasyanti dhiiraah,
tesaam saantih saasvatii netresaam.
Eternal peace is the sacred realm of the wise who perceive Him within, not outside. In this discerning vision, perpetual tranquillity unfolds, reserved for those whose insight pierces beyond the external and finds solace in the eternal.
Clarification Note:
In this context, the reference is to the Creator God, also known as Ishwara (Aadi Narayan, Super Brahman, or Super Consciousness). It’s important to note that when these teachings were imparted, the revelation of the Supreme Consciousness (Aksharateet Paar Brahm) had not yet occurred. The understanding conveyed pertains to the Creator God, acknowledging the evolving nature of spiritual revelations temporally.
Navigating the Path of Supreme Realization:
Achieving self-realization or Supreme Realization is contingent upon attaining a correct perception of the Supreme Lord’s abode, divine form, and divine play. This underscores the imperative of embarking on the path to acquire Supreme Divine Knowledge.
Even in Darshan Philosophy (Darshan Shastr), a profound insight emerges — eternal salvation remains elusive until one gains the pure divine knowledge of the Supreme Lord. The absence of this knowledge leaves individuals tethered to myriad false beliefs, emphasizing the critical role of enlightenment in breaking free from the shackles of ignorance.
