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Upasana Yoga is the bridge between karma and jnana—a discipline of inner steadiness, mental focus, and lifestyle alignment to prepare for Self-knowledge.

Karma Yoga is the foundation of spiritual life in Vedanta—right action with the right attitude. Learn how this path prepares the mind for Self-knowledge.

Ananda in Vedanta is not just bliss—it’s the limitless nature of the Self. Learn the difference between fleeting happiness and the wholeness of Self-knowledge.

Moksha is not becoming free—it’s realizing you were never bound. Learn how Vedanta defines liberation as the end of ignorance, not a mystical event.

Maya is the power that makes the unreal appear real. Learn how Vedanta explains illusion, creation, and ignorance through this subtle and paradoxical concept.

In Vedanta, Ishvara is not a deity to be worshipped, but consciousness wielding maya. Learn how Brahman, Ishvara, and the jiva are ultimately one.

In Vedanta, the jiva is not the body or mind, but pure awareness mistakenly identifying with them. Learn how this illusion sustains suffering and rebirth.

Ātmā is pure, limitless awareness—unborn, undying, and ever-present. Though seemingly confined to an individual body-mind, it is never divided or limited. Ātmā is identical to Brahman, the non-dual reality, and is the true Self behind all experience.

Brahman is pure existence-consciousness—limitless and beyond all objects. Discover how Vedanta reveals Brahman as your true Self through logic and scripture.

Avidya is the root of suffering in Vedanta—a misperception that veils the Self. Learn how it arises, persists, and dissolves through knowledge.

Karma means action—not fate. In Vedanta, it’s a law of growth and rebirth. Learn how karma shapes life and leads to liberation through selfless action.

In general, sadhana  refers to any spiritual practice undertaken to reach a goal. It can take many forms— yoga  systems like raja yoga...

Samsara in Vedanta refers not just to rebirth, but to the mental and spiritual bondage caused by ignorance of the Self. Learn how to break free from the cycle of suffering through jñana (Self-knowledge) and awaken to the freedom that has always been yours.

Dharma means more than duty—it’s the inner compass that guides us toward harmony with ourselves, others, and the world. Explore how Vedanta defines dharma through universal values, personal responsibility, and alignment with the cosmic order.

Yoga isn’t just poses and breathwork—it’s a path of inner preparation. In Vedanta, yoga means disciplined action that purifies the mind and prepares it for Self-knowledge. Learn how karma, bhakti, and dhyana yogas support the journey to liberation.