Taitareeya Upanishad

By: Aurobind Padiyath
  • Summary

  • The Taittiriya Upanishad, part of the Yajur Veda, primarily focuses on the concept of Brahman as the ultimate reality, describing it as "Truth, Knowledge, and Infinite Bliss," and explaining that everything in the universe, including the individual self, is a manifestation of this Brahman; it notably introduces the "five sheaths" theory, detailing different layers of human consciousness, from the physical body to the pure Self, and emphasizes the importance of seeking liberation through understanding and realizing this underlying unity through practices like meditation and self-inquiry.

    Divided into three sections: Siksha Valli (focuses on phonetics and pronunciation), Brahmananda Valli (discusses the nature of Brahman), and Bhrigu Valli (narrates the story of Bhrigu, who attains realization of Brahman through penance)

    The core message is that the true self is Brahman, which is beyond the limitations of the physical world and can be accessed through spiritual practice and self-knowledge


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  • Taitareeya Upanishad 13
    Dec 20 2024

    Introduction to Brahmananda Valli Continues

    सत्यं ज्ञानं अनन्तं ब्रह्म । explanation is concluded

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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • Taitareeya Upanishad 12
    Dec 18 2024

    Introduction to Brahmananda Valli Continues

    सत्यं ज्ञानं अनन्तं ब्रह्म । is being explained.

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    1 hr and 52 mins
  • Taitareeya Upanishad 11
    Dec 14 2024

    Introduction to Brahmananda Valli Continues

    सत्यं ज्ञानं अनन्तं ब्रह्म । is being explained.

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    1 hr and 32 mins

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