SHININGWORLD PRESENTS the following simple, logical over-view of Vedanta, the Science of the Self. Vedanta is a proven way to remove the sense of limitation that bedevils all human beings. It discusses the primary and secondary Vedic scriptural solutions to the successful pursuit of our goals, worldly and spiritual.

It asks if we want to live a dependent or an independent life and proceeds to clearly explain the teachings that lead to freedom: (1) karma yoga, stress and anger management, (2) upasana yoga, a series of disciplines that lead to a quiet mind, and (3) the three stages of Vedantic self-inquiry: (a) listening, (b) reflecting and (c) assimilating. It then proceeds to unfold the topic of devotional love, followed by a clear definition of God, the object of devotion. Next, it explains the qualifications for success in self-inquiry, followed by an analysis of the three states of experience, the  three bodies and the five layers of the human personality. It then unfolds the knowledge of the Self, the Creation and the identity between the individual self and the universal, limitless Self. It winds up with a discussion of karma and liberation.This overview was given orally by Swami Paramarthanada of Chennai, one of India’s foremost Vedanta teachers. It was transcribed by one of the swami’s students and rendered into clear, simple English by Rory MacKay. It is recommended for seekers who are interested in Vedanta and want the big picture before they commit to Self inquiry professionally.