In Hindu philosophy, this Sanskrit term refers to the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth that souls experience.
This medieval poet-saint from North India wrote devotional songs called bhajans and is famous for his compositions like "Meera Ke Prabhu."
This 8th-century philosopher from Kerala consolidated the doctrine of Advaita Vedanta, teaching that the individual soul and Brahman are ultimately one and the same.
In Hindu philosophy, this concept refers to one's duty or righteous path in life, determined by caste and life stage.
This concept in Hindu philosophy refers to the cosmic illusion or the power of deception that makes the material world appear as ultimate reality.
This Sanskrit term refers to the concept of dharma as one's righteous duty or moral law, central to the ethical framework of the Bhagavad Gita.
This concept in Buddhism refers to the cessation of suffering and the ultimate goal of enlightenment, achieved through the elimination of desire and attachment.
This sacred text of Jainism contains the teachings of the 24th Tirthankara and emphasizes non-violence and asceticism.
In Hindu philosophy, this concept refers to the cyclical nature of birth, death, and rebirth, and is central to understanding karma and spiritual progression toward liberation.
This 13th-century Marathi saint-poet of the Varkari tradition composed the 'Dnyaneshwari,' a Marathi commentary on the Bhagavad Gita, at the remarkable age of about sixteen, and is revered as one of the greatest figures of the Bhakti movement.
This philosophical concept in Hindu thought refers to the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth driven by the consequences of one's actions.
This philosophical concept from Advaita Vedanta, articulated by Adi Shankaracharya, posits that individual consciousness is identical with ultimate reality.
This ancient text features a dialogue between the sage Yajnavalkya and his wife Maitreyi on the nature of the self and immortality, and is among the oldest philosophical works in the Vedic tradition.
This text, composed by Vyasa, is considered the oldest surviving Sanskrit law code and outlines the duties and social obligations within the caste system.
This foundational text of Advaita Vedanta philosophy, traditionally attributed to Adi Shankaracharya, expounds the doctrine of non-duality through a dialogue between a teacher and student.