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Mandukya Bashyam - Lecture 14 (Chapter 1 - Karika No. 1 and 2) in English #mandukyaupanishad

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Short Summary: Mandukya Bashyam - Lecture 14 (Chapter 1 - Karika No. 1 and 2)
This lecture explores the first chapter of Gaudapada’s Karika on the Mandukya Upanishad, with insightful commentary by Adi Shankaracharya, offering a profound introduction to Advaita Vedanta. The session centers on the non-dual nature of Atma (Consciousness), which appears as the three states—waking, dream, and deep sleep—yet remains ever unchanged as the underlying reality.
The first Karika is examined in depth, establishing that all these states are incidental expressions of one eternal Self. Memory (pratyabhijna or recognition) is cited as evidence of the continuity of consciousness across states, proving the presence of a single witnessing Self. Key terms such as Vishva, Virat, Taijasa, Hiranyagarbha, Prajna, and Ishwara are symbolically associated with the states and their meditation loci (right eye, mind, heart), offering tools for nididhyasana (deep contemplation).
The session emphasizes the mistaken identification with body and mind as the source of bondage and clarifies how true liberation arises from disidentification and realization of the Atma. It also addresses misconceptions in texts like the Bhagavad Gita, clarifying that its message is spiritual, not literal, urging inner transformation.
Finally, the lecture reaffirms that while Karma Yoga and Bhakti Yoga purify the mind, Jnana Yoga (Self-knowledge) alone leads to Moksha. The speaker encourages ongoing contemplation and practical integration of these teachings for mental strength and spiritual clarity, bridging scriptural wisdom with lived experience.
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Chapters:
00:00:00 PRAYER
00:01:04 INTRODUCTION
00:03:30 BASHYAM - CHAPTER 1- KARIKA 1 - STARTS
00:43:50 BASHYAM - CHAPTER 1- KARIKA 2 - INTRODUCTION
00:50:09 CHAPTER 1- KARIKA 2
01:03:36 BASHYAM - CHAPTER 1 - KARIKA 2 STARTS
01:10:35 QUESTION & ANSWER
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This lecture explores the first chapter of Gaudapada’s Karika on the Mandukya Upanishad, with insightful commentary by Adi Shankaracharya, offering a profound introduction to Advaita Vedanta. The session centers on the non-dual nature of Atma (Consciousness), which appears as the three states—waking, dream, and deep sleep—yet remains ever unchanged as the underlying reality.
The first Karika is examined in depth, establishing that all these states are incidental expressions of one eternal Self. Memory (pratyabhijna or recognition) is cited as evidence of the continuity of consciousness across states, proving the presence of a single witnessing Self. Key terms such as Vishva, Virat, Taijasa, Hiranyagarbha, Prajna, and Ishwara are symbolically associated with the states and their meditation loci (right eye, mind, heart), offering tools for nididhyasana (deep contemplation).
The session emphasizes the mistaken identification with body and mind as the source of bondage and clarifies how true liberation arises from disidentification and realization of the Atma. It also addresses misconceptions in texts like the Bhagavad Gita, clarifying that its message is spiritual, not literal, urging inner transformation.
Finally, the lecture reaffirms that while Karma Yoga and Bhakti Yoga purify the mind, Jnana Yoga (Self-knowledge) alone leads to Moksha. The speaker encourages ongoing contemplation and practical integration of these teachings for mental strength and spiritual clarity, bridging scriptural wisdom with lived experience.
Click here to download Mandukya Bashyamstudy materials:
Click here to view about Mandukya Bashyam short Notes
Visit our website to learn more about Vedic scripts:
Chapters:
00:00:00 PRAYER
00:01:04 INTRODUCTION
00:03:30 BASHYAM - CHAPTER 1- KARIKA 1 - STARTS
00:43:50 BASHYAM - CHAPTER 1- KARIKA 2 - INTRODUCTION
00:50:09 CHAPTER 1- KARIKA 2
01:03:36 BASHYAM - CHAPTER 1 - KARIKA 2 STARTS
01:10:35 QUESTION & ANSWER
About us:
Vedanta Students is a dedicated website for ancient Vedantic wisdom in modern life. We aim to inspire and guide students toward purposeful, value-based living through engaging content, sessions, and community support. Our goal is to nurture clarity, character, and confidence in the next generation.
Follow us!