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The Brihadaranyaka Upanishad (Sanskrit: बृहदारण्यकोपनिषद्, IAST: Bṛhadāraṇyakopaniṣad) is one of the Principal Upanishads and one of the first Upanishadic scriptures of Hinduism. A key scripture to various schools of Hinduism, the Brihadaranyaka Upanishad is tenth in the Muktikā or "canon of 108 Upanishads".

Brihadaranyaka literally means "great wilderness or forest". The Upanishad forms the last ... more

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The Brihadaranyaka Upanishad, one of the oldest and most foundational Principal Upanishads of Hinduism, is being taught in this lecture series by Swami Sarvapriyananda. Belonging to the Śukla Yajurveda and forming the concluding portion of the Śatapa... more

The Brihadaranyaka Upanishad, one of the oldest and most foundational Principal Upanishads of Hinduism, is being taught in this lecture series by Swami Sarvapriyananda. Belonging to the Śukla Yajurveda and forming the concluding portion of the Śatapa... more

The Brihadaranyaka Upanishad, one of the oldest and most foundational Principal Upanishads of Hinduism, is being taught in this lecture series by Swami Sarvapriyananda. Belonging to the Śukla Yajurveda and forming the concluding portion of the Śatapa... more

The Brihadaranyaka Upanishad, one of the oldest and most foundational Principal Upanishads of Hinduism, is being taught in this lecture series by Swami Sarvapriyananda. Belonging to the Śukla Yajurveda and forming the concluding portion of the Śatapa... more

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Q: What is the etymology of the word used for Chidabhasa here?
The host explains that Sanghya refers to cognitive faculties and is contrasted with Buddhi in Vedantic discourse, aligning with the Vedantic view that reflected consciousness (Chidabhasa) is separate from pure consciousness.
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Q: Can devotion be considered as a regular emotion or a different state of mind?
Bhakti is described as the most sattvic form of love, a higher form of mind-state that transcends ordinary emotions, though not deeply explored in this session.
8. Brihadaranyaka Upanishad - Mantra 2.4.12 | Swami Sarvapriyananda
Q: Is emotion fundamental to consciousness or does it arise from the mind?
Emotion is seen as arising in the mind, but still rooted in consciousness, with the higher evidencing of pure love as anng a-tmāndha-ananda aspect of consciousness.

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The series centers on classic Vedantic texts, with a focus on the Brihadaranyaka Upanishad and its central dialogue about the Self, Brahman, and non-duality. Episodes illuminate how enlightenment reframes identity, highlight the unity of existence, and explore paths to liberation through contemplation, discernment, and devotion. Recurring devices include memorable analogies (such as salt in the ocean or form versus pure consciousness) and structured expositions that balance rigorous scriptural interpretation with practical guidance for living in the world. A notable strength is the accessible, professor-like delivery that weaves traditional philosophy with contemporary questions and occasional guests, offering both serious practitioners and... more

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