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by Jayant Kapatker
The scientific rigor, logic, and reasoning of the teachings of Vedanta, applied to some key concepts in science, will lead to the realization that they share common ground—in fact, that they are looking at the same Reality. The ancient Indian rishis had already discovered this Reality and expounded their findings in the various Upanishads and scriptures. We can learn much from Vedanta about science. For example, it helps us interpret Einstein’s Theory of Relativity and quantum physics correctly. The interconnection of science with Vedanta can bring about a dramatic change in the way we perceive and understand the universe. The focus of the podcast is to highlight these changes, which encourage us to question the conventional understanding of the universe. So, be prepared!
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In this episode, we explore a fascinating question: Can anything travel faster than light? Modern science tells us that no physical object can reach or exceed the speed of light. Yet our experience of Awareness seems to operate differently. Whether we look at something nearby or gaze at a star billions of light years away, the awareness of that object arises immediately, without delay. Does that mean Awareness can travel faster than light. We look forward to hear back ...
- 2 weeks ago15 min
Understanding the Fabric of Space
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- Jun 27, 202614 min
Who is Seeing the Tree?
In this episode, we explore a simple but profound question: who is truly seeing, hearing, feeling, and experiencing the world around us? At first, it appears that the ego is the observer of all experiences. But Veydaantaa invites us to look deeper and discover that the true Observer is not the Ego. By understanding the difference between the Observer and the ego, we can gain a clearer insight into how experience and self-identity unfold within us. We look forward to hear back from...
- Jun 20, 202619 min
Role of Ego and Genetics in Human Beings
This episode explores the relationship between ego, genetics, and the deeper structure of human existence from a Vedantic perspective. Vedanta explains that every living being is shaped by subtle inner forces that influence the body, mind, and personality. In human beings, this structure becomes especially complex because two Seed Bodies are involved: the Ego Seed Body and the Genetic Seed Body. The Ego Seed Body carries the soul’s history, tendencies, and karmic impressions, whil...
- May 30, 202615 min
Are We Robots?
In this episode, we explore a striking question: Are we robots? The answer may surprise you. We are not robots, yet the people we perceive around us may, in an important sense, appear to be like robots. This is a surprising conclusion, but one that follows from the line of reasoning we will develop. I invite you to listen as we carefully unfold how this remarkable idea is reached. We look forward to hear back from you! For questions or feedback please email us at jayant@stam...
- May 23, 202620 min
Who Really Chooses the Words We Speak?
In this episode, we’ll explore how speech happens. What is the process behind speaking? Who Really Chooses the Words We Speak? Because speaking comes so naturally to us, we rarely give it much thought. Yet, as we will see, the process of speech is remarkably complex and is guided and managed by intelligence in the mind. One of the most striking insights is that we do not consciously decide every word we speak; rather, the intelligence in the mind makes those choices. We will see t...
- May 9, 202621 min
Self-Awareness (or Brahman) Is the Ultimate Black Hole
In this episode, we’ll discuss Self-Awareness (which is synomous with Brahman) is the ultimate Black Hole. We will argue that black holes, in a fundamental sense, depend on Self-Awareness—and that Self-Awareness can be understood as the ultimate, or first, “black hole.” By comparing certain properties they share, we can explore why Self-Awareness may be meaningfully described in black-hole-like terms. The purpose of this episode is to substantiate the connection between them. To d...
- May 2, 202627 min
Understanding the Mind - The Vedanta Way
The mind indeed is mysterious. Nobody has seen it, but we know it exists. We have thoughts, perceptions, and emotions, and we know all this happens in the mind. So, it does exist, but where does it exist, how does it function, and how and why was it created? This episode is based on the understanding and analysis of the Mind as taught by Vedanta. We will cover the following aspects of the Mind: 1. Source of the Mind 2. Evolution of the Mind 3.&nbs...
About Science Meets Vedanta
The scientific rigor, logic, and reasoning of the teachings of Vedanta, applied to some key concepts in science, will lead to the realization that they share common ground—in fact, that they are looking at the same Reality. The ancient Indian rishis had already discovered this Reality and expounded their findings in the various Upanishads and scriptures. We can learn much from Vedanta about science. For example, it helps us interpret Einstein’s Theory of Relativity and quantum physics correctly. The interconnection of science with Vedanta can bring about a dramatic change in the way we perceive and understand the universe. The focus of the podcast is to highlight these changes, which encourage us to question the conventional understanding of the universe. So, be prepared!
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