Author Description

The ancient text Tattva Bodha by the great Adi Shankaracharya perfectly captures the essence of self-discovery and the path to self-realization. My teacher's kind guidance gave me priceless insights by contemplating its wisdom. I am presenting these insights in this book for spiritual seekers. The Tattva Bodha outlines the framework, principles, and methods to understand one's true nature. It encourages questioning assumptions, discerning between what is real and unreal, permanent and temporary. This critical thinking unravels ignorance and brings awakening. This text condenses the essence of Eastern wisdom into an accessible guide for navigating the journey to self-realization. It covers fundamental topics that provide a conceptual framework and practical tools for self-inquiry. Core ideas explored include: The three levels of reality - from the subjective to the absolute The nature of the Self beyond limiting identification with the body and mind Practices for mental purification, like discernment and dispassion The three states of waking, dreaming, and deep sleep. The five sheaths (koshas) cover our innermost essence. The process of self-inquiry to unravel false notions about who we are. The experience of transcending suffering by awakening to our true nature By humbly absorbing these teachings, seekers blaze a trail to self-realization. May the ignorance dividing one from truth evaporate in this knowledge. By wholeheartedly following the path illuminated by the Tattva Bodha, may we reside in our natural state of peace, unity, and wisdom. The current text of Vol-1 that covers Tatva Bodha until What is Real-Self, the second volume will cover the rest of the Tattva Bodha will be published shortly.