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Here’s a concise table comparing how modern science aligns with Advaita Vedanta, showing pros (alignments) and cons (limitations or differences):
| Aspect | Alignment with Advaita Vedanta (Pros) | Limitations / Differences (Cons) |
|---|---|---|
| Nature of Reality | Quantum physics shows matter is not solid, particles exist as probabilities; aligns with Vedanta’s view that the physical world is not ultimately real. | Science treats reality as empirical and measurable; Advaita asserts an absolute, unchanging reality (Brahman) beyond measurement. |
| Consciousness | Neuroscience acknowledges consciousness is fundamental to perception; some interpretations (panpsychism) suggest consciousness exists everywhere, echoing Atman/Brahman. | Science often sees consciousness as emergent from brain activity; Advaita sees consciousness as primary, independent, eternal. |
| Interconnectedness | Ecology, physics, and systems theory show interdependence of all things, similar to Advaita’s notion of oneness. | Science studies interactions functionally; it does not claim all is essentially one reality (Brahman). |
| Illusory Nature of Perception (Maya) | Optical illusions, brain perception studies, and quantum uncertainty show the world is not always as it appears. | Science treats illusions as anomalies or subjective errors, not as a fundamental cosmic principle. |
| Ethics & Liberation | Psychology supports mindfulness, detachment, and reduced desire improving well-being, echoing Vairagya (dispassion). | Science does not inherently provide a framework for moksha (liberation); Advaita’s goal is spiritual, not material or psychological. |
| Limitations of Knowledge | Quantum limits (Heisenberg uncertainty) show observer effects, suggesting limits of measurement; resonates with Vedantic idea of relative knowledge. | Science focuses on discovering truth via evidence; Advaita holds absolute truth is beyond senses and intellect. |
If you want, I can also make a more visual infographic version of this table that clearly shows Advaita vs Science alignment for easy study.
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