Janaka's Dream | 4 of 21 Advaita Vedanta Stories | Who am I

King Janaka, once dreamt his entire kingdom had been conquered by enemies. He was alone, wandering as a beggar, beset by misery. Upon waking, he saw none of his suffering was real. But that troubled him further as he wondered, 'Am I a king dreaming I was a beggar, or a beggar dreaming I am a king?'

This profound story explores the nature of reality and illusion. Advaita Vedanta teaches that what we experience in our waking state is as transient and illusory as a dream.

The ultimate reality, Brahman, remains unchanged, regardless of our perceptions. By questioning our experiences with an open mind and seeking deeper truths, we can transcend these illusions and realize our true self. More wisdom awaits you tomorrow.

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