Nididhysana is a Sanskrit term that refers to the highest state of consciousness, where the individual self (jiva) merges with the ultimate reality (Brahman)
Nididhysana is considered the ultimate goal of Hindu philosophy, as it represents the state of ultimate liberation from the cycle of birth and death
The practice of Nididhysana involves the cultivation of a state of inner stillness and awareness, allowing the individual to transcend the limitations of the material world
Nididhysana is often described as the "state of pure consciousness" or "the state of being one with the ultimate reality"
Characteristics of Nididhysana
Nididhysana is characterized by several key features, including:
Complete freedom from the cycle of birth and death
Transcendence of the limitations of the material world
Unity with the ultimate reality (Brahman)
Complete absorption in the ultimate reality
The Path to Nididhysana
The path to Nididhysana involves several stages, including:
Self-inquiry (Atma Vichara)
Contemplation of the ultimate reality (Drishti)
Abandonment of attachments and desires (Vairagya)
Cultivation of self-discipline and self-awareness (Tapas)