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'''Brahman''' (Skt.) — connotes the highest universal principle or ultimate reality in the universe according to Hinduism. Brahman is a key concept found in the [[Vedas]] | '''Brahman''' (Skt.) — connotes the highest universal principle or ultimate reality in the universe according to Hinduism. Brahman is a key concept found in the [[Vedas]] and it is extensively discussed in the early Upanishads. | ||
In dualistic schools of Hinduism such as the theistic Dvaita | In dualistic schools of Hinduism such as the theistic Dvaita Vedanta, Brahman is different from the atman (soul) in each being. In non-dual schools such as the monist Advaita Vedanta, Brahman is identical to the atman. | ||
Not to be confused with [[Brahmin]]–the priestly caste in Hinduism—, [[Brahma]]–a Hindu god—, or [[Brahmanas]]– a layer of text in the [[Vedas]]. | |||
[[Category:Non-Buddhist Schools]] | [[Category:Non-Buddhist Schools]] | ||
[[Category:Sanskrit Terms]] | [[Category:Sanskrit Terms]] | ||
Latest revision as of 08:59, 26 April 2022
Brahman (Skt.) — connotes the highest universal principle or ultimate reality in the universe according to Hinduism. Brahman is a key concept found in the Vedas and it is extensively discussed in the early Upanishads.
In dualistic schools of Hinduism such as the theistic Dvaita Vedanta, Brahman is different from the atman (soul) in each being. In non-dual schools such as the monist Advaita Vedanta, Brahman is identical to the atman.
Not to be confused with Brahmin–the priestly caste in Hinduism—, Brahma–a Hindu god—, or Brahmanas– a layer of text in the Vedas.