Discovering the True SOURCE of Happiness - Intro to Advaita Vedanta - Part 1
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- The sages of ancient India discovered that atma - the inner divinity or conscious essence of each person - is the true source of happiness. Failing to recognize that inner source of happiness, one endlessly seeks lasting happiness in the world without success.
Swami Tadatmananda is a traditionally-trained teacher of Advaita Vedanta, meditation, and Sanskrit. For more information, please see: www.arshabodha...
Just found this channel. Pure gold. So well structured and coherent, explained with humbleness and clarity.
True. This channel is farm more sophisticated, delicate and careful with these teachings than many other Gurus and teachers out there.
@@montelo555 Exactly, and much better quality in all these ways than the typical expensive college course!
I agree!!
I have become addicted to your great teaching i live in iran the life here is tough everyone seeks happiness in money ! when i watched your teachings grdually my life changed drasticaly i feel better todays and when translated in farsi many of my friends saw that life could be delightful if they look at inside and not outside .i was on some tranquilazing pills and even drugs but im quiting them because i feel i was looking for happines in wrong places .thanks a lot go on
True. Even I'm astounded by the profundity of Hinduism. And ofcourse the teacher here brings it forth in the most comprehensible manner.
I'm very happy. The knowledge that swami Tadatmananda is teaching is indeed profound. I thank him as well
Interesting to hear from someone from Iran. I have often wondered if the esoteric teachings of Advaita Vedanta could be combined with Zoroastrianism to give Zoroastrianism a more mystical flavor.
Wow!! I thought even Indians in their busy life need to adopt and adapt accordingly....we thought only we face problems in India.... great to know that in Iran, and around the world people are benefitted by Vedantic philosophy and Hinduism!
Good time has now come to India because of an abled visioned Prime minister Modiji...good karma back in India!
What a great outcome, friend! Good on you to leave pills on the side. I too was taking antidepressants for years but I started meditating and now I am following Swami Tadatmananda and his teachings resonate within me. I am taking notes
Story: "What are you looking for?" "I lost my house keys in the bedroom." "Why are you looking in the kitchen?" "The light is better in here."
I am sseing this video after spending lot of time in searching to understand Advaita vedanta principles. I created more confusions with my own intrepretation till I saw this video. Guruji you are great. You have explained in such a way that anybody can understand your teaching . My pranam
Your channel is so cool. Westerners are taking up indian philosophy and sharing them in such profound ways whereas indians themselves are just beginning to adopt western lifestyle! Life is strange haha...hope they will eventually come full circle
It might take a few generations, but it is my hope that the western mind can value these ancient teachings. It’s my honor to help this happen and why I am becoming a yoga teacher.
Communism atheism and anti national sentiments are ruining young indians. They think it's cool to be atheist. These ppl are missing our ancient treasures of wisdom and knowledge
@@thephoenix1601 They aren't ruined! They seem ignorant, they just don't know their transformative power. But each of us can be open to teach some pieces of wisdom if asked
@@thephoenix1601 the irony is that you are being ignorant when you say such words. Very few set of teenagers believe in atheism to act cool whereas a large part of the educated liberal society believes in Atheism, Communism, etc out of their rational thinking. Everyone is entitled to their beliefs as everyone grows up in a different environment. No one is absolutely right or wrong.
@ALL IN 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣..nice joke..Himalayas are basement of indian spirituality like Hinduism, buddhism and jainism
I listen to various gurus but an American 🤔🤔 with funny accent (while pronuncing sanskrit or hindi words) is joy to watch .......I feel pround on how sanatan making livies better around the world 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗😊😊😊😊🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
We Indians can't speak English in Native American accent.
@@vishnumohan992yess right
Incredible!!! Thank you to Swamiji and the Arsha Bodha family of students for supporting this excellent undertaking.
Loved the explanation of pain versus suffering. I understand the difference now. For me, it answers the question, how to become enlightened and still have human emotions, like sadness. Pain, without suffering...beautiful!
This is indeed a masterful presentation of the essence of vedantic teaching in an easy-o-understand way that is inspired
Yes, this is an excellent use of digital technology used to understand the essence of Vedanta. Such manuals are required for us to manage mind and body.
What a beautiful explanation about source of happiness. Don’t miss the 13:00 min into the lecture. Thank you for the amazing teachings Swami Ji.
He summarizes it all perfectly in this sentence: "Self-Nonrecognition leads to a life of endless seeking."
I spent a long time with unrecognized sadness. But I decided to change and make age 50 to 75 the best years of my life. It made me have to meet my true self and to let go of people who where negative influences. #50to75
Great name
Way to go Thom 🤟
Great news :-) please advise how Swamiji's understanding and teachings coincide with this uncovered happiness? Also how are you now helping others? Thank you 🙏
It seems that you got rid of the negative internal side of your own self more than getting rid of external negative people in your life.
“Sometimes not getting what you want can be a magnificent stroke of luck.” Dalai Llama
I listen to these teachings every day. I learn and realize so much so thank you!
Swamiji is a magnificent CLEAR teacher IMO.
I agree.
wow!
Amazing. True crux of life. Thank you Swami Tadatmanandaji for sharing this precious knowledge. ❤
Thank You swamiji for the Knowledge you are providing.This Channel is a gift to viewer and I am greatful to you for sharing and teching to us.
Thank You !
Such clarity. Thank you Swami! 🙏🏿
You are beyond helpful to me. I feel very meditative listening to you. Please keep posting 😭😭😭😭😭😭🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💥
Learning from a very wise teacher is like a boon 🙏🕉️
Thank you for providing this at this amazing quality!
One of the true greats. So very humble
Thank you Acarya. Defined buddhist, I seek the source of buddhism and the wisdom of ancient Hindus.. and your teachings are like crystal and make me realize that both are soooooo profound and make me happy. Hihi. Thank you again for your methodology.. you are a TEACHER in the most noble way. Namaste
Very simplistic and understandable methodology used to introduce vedantic teachings.
Excellent presentation about Atma, true innerself.
I sincerely thank Swamiji for the subtitles in Portuguese. I passed it on to several Advaita Vedanta student friends.
are you portugese?
The use of the movie metaphor is gold. Wow. Such a well explained concept.
The release and true peace I feel when listening to these teachings is unparalleled, for so long I have felt unable to disconnect myself from my pain and past experiences.
his pureness can be seen and felt through the screen it is simply amazing the emotions felt watchign and listening
You are road to perfection thanks
You see purity but I see smugness and arrogance.
@@trixy8669 The mind is a mirror.
@@trixy8669 you see in others what you see in yourself my dear, try purifying your mind once.
Namaste
"Enquire who am I? Sink deep within and abide as Self.
That is God as being"
Sri Ramana Maharishi
Namaskaram swamiji🙏. Your creation of videos is simply superb. Your narration is so nice. Feel blessed to listen to you. Thank you swamiji.
Congratulations Swamiji! Your videos are pure knowledge and quite enlightening! Om Shrri Gurubhyo Namah
This is precious. Very very precious! God bless you sir.
That English translation of verses that Swamiji recited at the end of his talk is very accurate and beautifully done. Thanks.
Hi where can I get the book of adventa vedanta
@@ravitejamalisetti813There is no such thing as book of Advaita Vedanta. There are several texts written by Adi Shankaracharya.
Shanti, shanti, shanti 🙏
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JAI SHREE RAM 🙏
Pranam guru ji. I have started watching videos recently. You explain with good examples.
An Added Jot: What's it all about?
(A) Consciousness & Awareness:
(1) [Consciousness] is the [Whole Person], Active & Thankful.
(2) [Awareness] is a [Part of the Whole Person], Active & Thankful, that expresses the Completion of an Action being Fulfilled or to be fulfilled in the present or at a future time.
i.e. A [Bean in the Hand] to be eaten or planted for [completion & fulfillment].
(B) Love & Spirit:
(1) [Pure Consciousness] is [Love]. It's [Unconditional]. Please Note: Its [Power] is [Loving Kindness].
(2) To the Point: It's [Spiritual Awareness & Consciousness]. (Never for flesh & blood carnality).
Why?...It's God's Love. So Please Remember: "Those who are [Pure in Heart] will see God."
All for Spiritual Consciousness & Awareness. It's Real. It's Trustworthy. It's a [Sound Heart & Love].
After all, we are made of Spirit & Love. The Creative Power of God (not Man). Got it! Amen.
Agradezco de corazón los subtítulos en español, muchas gracias Maestro. Su hablar pausado y con autoridad es enriquecedor. Me da la impresión que impartió clases en la universidad, es así?
Pranab’s
Very nicely explained with unbelievably simple language how to mitigate or eliminate suffering
Thank you for your Mercy, thank you for your kind sharing of knowledge ! I greatly appreciate....
You don't have to look for love when it's where your coming from.
Very profound vid. Now it all Makes sense.
As a typical westerner, I know on a superficial level that the true source of happiness is supposed to be within. Do I believe it on any other level? I'll have to be completely honest that not all of me has believed this so far. I'm one of those ten boys, so to speak. So, according to this teaching, mine would a great example of self non-recognition. Nevertheless, I am fully investing myself in the promise that it's true. If there is happiness to be found within, I'm going to do my best to find it there and with all the help and wisdom of those who walked the path before me. Of course someone will reply that it's not something you find, that it's already there - that it's not something you seek but something that arises within you when you don't seek. This probably makes sense and rings true to someone who has actually experienced it. Nevertheless, I am fully investing myself in the promise that this is true. My deepest thanks for these lessons.
By the merit of your comment it’s clear you are open enough to find that inner happiness should you stay on your path.
ALL of human experience comes from within.
Its your ears and brain that turn reverberations in the air into sound
even if you are in the busiest street, if your deaf you wont hear a thing
Don't divide wisdom into Western and eastern my dear, it's for all of us. Just like you follow Advaita, we can also follow Stoicism, the west is also full of philosophies which will lead to enlightenment. It's just that meditation and mindfulness is not included in those philosophies.
@@xxxxxxxxxxx-ps8pnyes right
Western and Eastern are just terms made by humans
Thank you for sharing real knowledge and guidence on this path of life, much love❤
😇 Love Listening&Learning from you Swamiji. Spanish text is a bonus for me. Heartfelt thanks from Australia.
Thanks very much Swamy Ji for a wounderful presentation - clear and simple to understand.
Fantastic talk. A difficult science of Atma is presented in an an easy to understand way. I just love this. Thank you swamiji
Also check out Sarvapriyanda
You have used very simple words and simple terms to explain the deepest truths about life. Admire you for your simplicity of style and your ability to give the deepest philosophy in a manner that a kid can understand.
depends , when we got the muksha pain is not pain anymore it transforms into "it is just is " no judgement :) thats what i understood from my journey :)
Its never too late to start a new thing.
best explaintion ever! loved it❤
Thank you Swamiji for the deep wisdom and sharing Shankaras perspectives
thank you Swami
This monk is superb!
His presentations are simple and full of clarity even for a layman.
Desire like value is not out there nor in consciousness, it is the way consciousness interacts with the objects of the world, The interactions produce the objects of psyche such as love hate, compassion etc. You are in control of the production of the objects of psychic so by avoid the objects of the world by becoming a recluse and meditate for the mystical experience of moksha.
You’re an amazing teacher. 🙏🏻 Many Thanks
Your calmness in teaching helps shut down all the inner noise and helps to listen concentrate and understand. You style of teaching show the path to inner divinity. Thank you.
Shree Hari Aum.....swamiji 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏😌😌😌😌😌
Har har Mahadev ❤🕉️☮️
You are inspirational thank you so much
As a learner here, I had a question regarding the "path of true happiness", if anyone feels interested enough pls feel free to answer
So suppose a person achieves this "true sense of happiness" or the "knowledge of his inner divinity", for him what is even happiness? I mean what does happiness mean to someone who has only ever experienced happiness? Would he be satisfied by the fact that he has nothing more to desire or achieve? Why would he even want to continue living?
Swamiji please upload more videos on Adi Shankaracharya’s teachings. Also if you could suggest books for me to read ( English translation ). Thank you.
Pls do let me know as well if you get to know.
Loving swami ji's eloquence and lucidity while explaining complex concepts so far. 🙏
Thankyou Guruji🙏
Great video. Excellent vocalisation. Great knowledge.
Think of the world in a energy and vibration.
Shouldn't have ignored this series earlier
If you start to think the problem is ‘out there,’ stop yourself. That thought is the problem.
amazing!
Watched this so many times 😊❣️
Thank you!! 💎
So, he's saying for instance, if you are a child molester you should fulfill you desires ? I'm sticking with Christ.
Thank you!
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Thank you!!! Could you make a video on the purpose of Maya from the perspective of Atman??
Amazing, so well explained ❤
The invocation at the end with English translation:
1. Om Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah
2. Sarve Santu Niraamayaah
3. Sarve Bhadraanni Pashyantu
4. Maa Kashcid-Duhkha-Bhaag-Bhavet
1. Om Asato Maa Sad-Gamaya
2. Tamaso Maa Jyotir-Gamaya
3. Mrtyor-Maa Amrtam Gamaya
4. Om Shaantih Shaantih Shaantih
1: Om, May All be Happy,
2: May All be Free from Illness.
3: May All See what is Auspicious,
4: May no one Suffer.
1: Om, (O Lord) Keep me not in (the Phenomenal World of) Unreality, but make me go towards the Reality (of Eternal Self),
2: Keep me not in (the Ignorant State of) Darkness, but make me go towards the Light (of Spiritual Knowledge),
3: Keep me not in (the World of) Mortality, but make me go towards the World of Immortality (of Self-Realization),
4: Om, Peace, Peace, Peace.
🙏🙏🙏ओम् शांति
I did some Atma bichara and realised that the Brahmacharis were really stupid. How can they be expected to understand complex Vedanta texts?
My deepest gratitude for these beautiful videos. You deliver it in an easily digestible manner. Thank you!!!❤Namaste 🙏🏻
Thank you.
Excellent teacher explaining in simple terms
I understand this intellectually but how do I put it in practice?
Contemplate on it.. keep thinking about it..
Spirituality is not religion and it's for every one :-)
swagatham saranagatham
Dear master, kindly tell something about kaliyoga because I had heard people committing wrong and say that it is kaliyoga. Kindly brief what is kaliyoga and solution.
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Excelente! Obrigado ❤🙏🇧🇷
I suggest to look at kashmir shaivism (the meaning of life is love) for it provides greater satisfaction as it is the truth.
I enjoy listening to you and learning., but I want to know what you say at the end starting with Om, . so that I may know and say it as well. can you send me a spelling, meaning, as to what it is you said. please.
It is a Sanskrit Shlok/Mantra from Vedas
In Devanagari Script:
ॐ सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः
सर्वे सन्तु निरामयाः ।
सर्वे भद्राणि पश्यन्तु
मा कश्चिद्दुःखभाग्भवेत् ।
ॐ असतो मा सद्गमय ।
तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय ।
मृत्योर्माऽमृतं गमय ॥
ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ॥
Transliteration in Roman Script:
Om Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah
Sarve Santu Niraamayaah |
Sarve Bhadraanni Pashyantu
Maa Kashcid-Duhkha-Bhaag-Bhavet |
oṃ asato mā sadgamaya
tamaso mā jyotirgamaya
mṛtyormā'mṛtaṃ gamaya
Om Shaantih Shaantih Shaantih ||
It's. Meaning
Om, May All be Happy,
May All be Free from Illness.
May All See what is Auspicious May no one Suffer.
Lead us from the unreal to the real
Lead us from darkness to light
Lead us from death to immortality
Om peace, peace, peace!
Superb sublime soothing explanation. We are indeed blessed n privileged.
Namaste
As per the ancient scriptures known as Upanishads there are 4 states of consciousness.
These are Jagrut or waking which corresponds to the A of Aum
Next is Swapna or dream state which corresponds to U of Aum
Next is Sushupti or deep sleep state which corresponds to M of Aum
And beyond this is the fourth, Turiya or super consciousness which corresponds to the silence after M
OM thus signifies the totality.
We can chant it 108 times daily.
Thanks.
Nice
Thank you for such clear and simple instruction. I liked it very much and would like to hear more. Bless you for your efforts and dedication!
Pranam and Dhanyawadah.
I appreciate the knowledge shared through vendantic teachings, but my issue is all these are always taught by Sanyasis to householders.
I want to see a house holder who has implemented this and being happy and sharing this.
Question arises, do we have to be a yogi/sanyasi to gain this knowledge and work on it.
In day-to-day life there can never be wholesome happiness, even with this vedantic experience/knowing.
IMHO.
Please read 'I Am That' by Nisargadutta Maharaj. He lived his entire life as a family man but was always in the presence of his true self.
I want to attend live classes.
Om Shanti
Wonderful! Blessings.
It was wounderfull teaching of vedantha. Had so many doubts which are cleared in an explicit way . Wounderfull presentation and easily comprehensible. The swamiji has explained by means of easily understandable metaphors. Many many pranams to you swamiji.
Yada yada hi dharmasya glanirbhavathi Bharatha ...
B.G. 4--7,8
Karana janmulu meeru
Dhanyavadaha
Gr8 teaching...surprised how someone non indian could acquire such deep knowledge of vedas ans vedanta..
Swami Ji there is a problem. If I feel sad 😔 then actually I want to avoid that part of movie. This is the reason Harry Potter was not died. Because viewers couldn't tolerate this loss. No matter it was movie or real life. When we cry we feel sad. Buddha told" don't respond your feelings" . Come what may happy or sad feelings, they lead to suffering at the end .