Discuss the nature of Brahman and Atman

Discuss the nature of Brahman and Atman

The nature of Brahman and Atman is a concept in Hinduism that refers to the soul. Atman refers to the soul of living things that is eternally pure and found in both plants and animals. The Atman is precisely an untouchable, omnipresent, spiritual form that forms the soul and human existence. Brahman, on the other hand, represents the soul of the universe that is the foundation of life that is eternal. The nature of Atman presents the soul as the eternal aspect or the immortal aspect while the Brahman is the source of life that comes from the universe which is also presented as the soul of the world. The phrase, Atman is Brahman, indicates that the soul of a person is essentially connected to the soul of the world.

Brahman and Atman are related in certain overlying respects. Brahman presents the original spirit that gives life to the universe and all living things found in the universe. The Atman is the fragmented section of Brahman that became incorporated and sealed into our body. Hinduism defines these two concepts and seeks to unite the Atman to the Brahman so that the soul can be at peace with the universe. This means that the human soul is pure even if there are some sins such as stealing that divides the soul from the real eternal world soul. The soul has to be purified so that it becomes non-stealing and ensure sensual temperance. The spiritual process of re-uniting the soul to the universe in Hinduism is referred to as Moksha.

The true nature of the Brahman and Atman is hidden from our eyes so that we may seek redemption and endeavor to live moral lives in according to the Hindu teachings. Salvation, meditation and advanced intellectual applications are the sure way to unravel the hidden true nature of the Brahman and Atman.

Maya is a theory that defies explanations or, in simple terms, it is a phenomenon. Maya highlights a fantastic situation that bonds the universe with the soul and is neither real nor unreal. Maya essentially depicts an unnatural state that cannot be expressed or explained. There are several phenomena that can be described as Maya since they do not have any logical explanation. The origin is a good example of Maya as man has tried for many centuries to find a definite explanation to the origin of death without any success.

Mahavakyas are statements that significantly reflect on reality. One of these notions is ‘Thou art that’ which implies the only one that has no other. This Mahavakya is known as Tat since it existed prior to and after creation, has neither form nor name, and is pure-there does not exist any similar form.

‘This self is Brahman’, is another notable Mahavakya. This notion implies the internal aspect of our body. This Mahavakya is expressed as ‘thisness’ to illuminate the deeper parts of our bodies and soul. Our ego is studied in this situation to portray our inner potential that may form our characters. Thisness is a Brahman because it portrays a phenomenon beyond our control and knowledge. Hinduism incorporates the nature of Brahman and Atman to teach about the important connection between the soul and the universe.