Amidst the sprawling narrative tapestry of the Mahabharata, a venerable epic of ancient Hindu lore, unfolds the philosophical marvel known as the Bhagavad Gita. This 700-verse scripture, a profound beacon of wisdom, unfurls its cosmic discourse on the hallowed grounds of Kurukshetra, a battlefield charged with imminent destiny, moments before the tumultuous confluence of the Kurukshetra War commences. In the sacred dialogue that unfolds within the Bhagavad Gita, the central figures in this cosmic discourse are none other than Prince Arjuna and the divine Lord Krishna, donned in the role of Arjuna's charioteer. The illumination of profound teachings directly responds to the moral quandary and inner turmoil that engulfs Prince Arjuna regarding his participation in the impending war.
Why Other Warriors Failed to Witness Bhagavad Gita's Enlightenment?
Have you delved into the cinematic masterpiece "Inception," unleashed upon the world in 2010? This cinematic marvel unfurls a narrative where characters seamlessly navigate profound realms of consciousness, concealing their cerebral activities while outwardly appearing inert. The film's conceptual roots burrow into the Mandukya Upanishad, an ancient text expounding four distinct states of consciousness. Initial among them is the waking state, wherein we engage with the external world, cognizant through our senses. Subsequent is the dreaming mind stage, an ethereal realm visited during slumber. Sushupti, the third stage, beckons deep sleep—a sanctuary of mental tranquility, oblivious to the ceaseless march of time.
Culminating in the fourth stage, the enigmatic "Turiya Stage" emerges as the zenith of self-realization, transcending the preceding states. Here, one intimately acquaints themselves with their inner soul. In a prelude to the Mahabharata war, the divine Lord Shri Krishna initiated a discourse with Arjun in the waking state. Through the potent currents of soul power, Krishna guided Arjun into the profound embrace of the "Turiya state." In this transcendent state, Lord Shri Krishna expounded the sacred Gita, and subsequently, both returned to the realm of awakened consciousness. Remarkably, the remaining warriors on the battlefield remained undisturbed, their vigilant senses oblivious to the extraordinary unfolding of events.
The Hidden Realms of Consciousness in Mandukya Upanishad
The Mandukya Upanishad, a foundational text in the Vedanta tradition, delineates four states of consciousness, known as "Avasthatraya" or the three states. These states are often associated with the concept of "AUM" (or "OM"), representing the entirety of existence. Here are the four consciousness stages outlined in the Mandukya Upanishad:
Waking State (Jagrat)
In the waking state, individuals are aware of the external world through their senses. This is the state of consciousness in which we experience the material world, engage in daily activities, and perceive the diversity of the external environment.
Dream State (Swapna)
The dream state is characterized by experiences that occur during sleep. In this state, the mind creates a subjective reality filled with various images, emotions, and scenarios. While the dream world is distinct from the waking state, it is also a realm of perception and experience.
Deep Sleep State (Sushupti)
The deep sleep state is a state of dreamless sleep where the individual is not consciously aware of the external world or inner mental activities. It is a state of profound rest and rejuvenation, and it is considered a state of unity and potentiality.
Fourth State (Turiya)
Turiya is the transcendental or fourth state of consciousness. It represents a state beyond the three ordinary states. It is often associated with the silence that follows the pronunciation of "AUM." Turiya is considered the state of pure consciousness, beyond the fluctuations of the waking, dream, and deep sleep states. It is a state of inner awareness and realization of the ultimate reality.
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