“Enlightenment is not a destination, but a deep embrace of every moment as it is.”MK

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We start with a point. That point is the universe observing itself on the surface of a sphere. Most of the pioneers of quantum physics were convinced that consciousness is fundamental, and some connected that to the Vedanta. There are not separate wavefunctions for every particle, there is only the wavefunction of the one universe we are all observing as spin up or spin down.

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Where western science ends, yoga/Vedas begin…. He’s crossing the line to the Truth of Brahman, Atman and Maya now.

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Reality is what you accept... Because that's your momentary... Knowing. Evolving ever... More....

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I had an experience similar to Federico’s, in 1976. Mine was a burning inside my chest that lasted more than half an hour. It was a very pleasant sensation, but nevertheless the strength of this burning led me to think that my body would not survive it.

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His experience reminds me of only one thing:~ / Vedanta Darshan, Chapter 1, Verse 1 / 1: "Athato Brahmajigyasa ||" Also "that you are","that which is in the body is in the universe" & "that is I"

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You're referencing key teachings from Vedanta, an ancient Indian philosophy that explores the nature of reality, the self, and the universe. The concepts you mentioned are deeply rooted in Advaita Vedanta, a non-dualistic school of thought, which holds that the individual self (Atman) is ultimately one with the supreme, universal reality (Brahman).

1. Athato Brahmajigyasa (अथातो ब्रह्मजिज्ञासा) – Vedanta Darshan, Chapter 1, Verse 1:

• This phrase is from the opening verse of the Brahma Sutras, which is a key text in Vedantic philosophy. It translates to: "Now, therefore, the inquiry into Brahman" or "Now begins the inquiry into the nature of Brahman."

• It marks the beginning of spiritual wisdom and the quest for understanding the ultimate reality (Brahman). The verse invites one to explore the nature of existence, the self, and the universe.

2. "That you are" (Tat Tvam Asi):

• "Tat Tvam Asi" is one of the Mahāvākyas (Great Sayings) of the Upanishads, which are foundational texts in Vedanta. It translates to: "That Thou Art" or "You are that".

• This phrase reveals the non-dualistic nature of reality: it suggests that the individual self (Atman) is not separate from the ultimate reality (Brahman). This is the core teaching of Advaita Vedanta, which holds that everything is ultimately one, and there is no distinction between the individual soul and the supreme consciousness.

3. "That which is in the body is in the universe":

• This idea reflects the Vedantic concept of microcosm and macrocosm, where the human being (microcosm) is seen as a reflection of the entire universe (macrocosm). The same divine essence (Brahman) that permeates the universe is present within every individual being.

• This reflects the interconnectedness and oneness of all existence. The individual self is not isolated but intrinsically linked to the universe.

4. "That is I":

• The phrase "That is I" or "Aham Brahmasmi" (I am Brahman) is another of the Mahāvākyas from the Upanishads. It affirms the realization that the true self (Atman) is identical to Brahman, the supreme, unchanging reality.

• This is a declaration of spiritual enlightenment, where the individual ego dissolves, and one recognizes their intrinsic nature as pure consciousness or Brahman itself.

Connecting Vedanta to Sapolsky's Perspective on Free Will and Consciousness:

• In a sense, both Vedanta and modern neuroscience (as discussed by Robert Sapolsky) emphasize that the idea of an independent, autonomous self is an illusion. Vedanta reveals that our true nature is not separate but is ultimately one with Brahman. Similarly, Sapolsky’s work suggests that our thoughts, behaviors, and decisions are determined by biological and environmental factors, rather than a truly free will.

• Both perspectives point to the illusion of separation—Vedanta from a spiritual standpoint and Sapolsky from a scientific one—and emphasize that the true nature of reality is interconnected, whether it’s the unity of the self with the universe or the deterministic influence of biology.

In Summary:

• The Vedantic teachings you’ve referenced deeply resonate with the idea of non-duality, oneness with the universe, and the dissolution of the individual ego into a greater, unified consciousness. These teachings echo the wisdom of spiritual traditions and align with contemporary scientific perspectives on the nature of consciousness and free will, highlighting that our perception of separation is an illusion.

Let me know if you'd like to explore further connections between Vedanta and modern philosophy/science or dive deeper into any of these teachings!

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