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Taittareeya Upanishad

Taittareeya Upanishad

By: Aurobind Padiyath
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The Taittiriya Upanishad, part of the Yajur Veda, primarily focuses on the concept of Brahman as the ultimate reality, describing it as "Truth, Knowledge, and Infinite Bliss," and explaining that everything in the universe, including the individual self, is a manifestation of this Brahman; it notably introduces the "five sheaths" theory, detailing different layers of human consciousness, from the physical body to the pure Self, and emphasizes the importance of seeking liberation through understanding and realizing this underlying unity through practices like meditation and self-inquiry.

Divided into three sections: Siksha Valli (focuses on phonetics and pronunciation), Brahmananda Valli (discusses the nature of Brahman), and Bhrigu Valli (narrates the story of Bhrigu, who attains realization of Brahman through penance)

The core message is that the true self is Brahman, which is beyond the limitations of the physical world and can be accessed through spiritual practice and self-knowledge

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  • Taittareeya Upanishad 51

    Taittareeya Upanishad 51
    May 21 2025

    Concluding Session of Taittareeya Upanishad. Completed the third chapter remaining mantras and ended up with chanting.
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    1 hr and 47 mins
  • Taittareeya Upanishad 50

    Taittareeya Upanishad 50
    May 16 2025

    The Method of contemplation on the five aspects of experiences to arrive at the Self-realization is explained in this episode
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    1 hr and 42 mins
  • Taittareeya Upanishad 49

    Taittareeya Upanishad 49
    May 14 2025

    Commenced the Third Chapter Briguvalli. The chapter beings with the indicative definition on Brahman.
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    1 hr and 28 mins

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