Monday, April 11, 2016

The Theory of Maya - Last Part

Vedic scriptures have described different forms of adhyāsa (false attribution) such as -

The Theory of Maya - 3

Māyā is named differently according to six imaginary actions it performs. The alternate names for Māyā are-

The Theory of Maya - 2

So far we have seen the scope, expanse and manifestations of Māyā in daily life. It is also important to learn about the substratum (adhishthāna) i.e. Brahman on which Māyā functions.

The Theory of Maya - 1

In order to comprehend the theory of Māyā, it is necessary to first understand its scope, expanse, manifestations and substratum (adhishthāna) on which it is perceived and experienced.