Upama (Sanskrit: उपमा) is a fundamental concept in Hindu philosophy, particularly in the Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita. It refers to the process of drawing analogies between seemingly disparate concepts to reveal their underlying similarities and connections.

• Upama is often used to describe the nature of reality, which is considered to be ultimately one and indivisible.
• The concept of upama is also closely related to the idea of analogy, which is used to explain complex philosophical concepts in a more accessible way.
• In Hindu mythology, upama is used to describe the similarities between gods and goddesses, as well as between humans and the divine.
• The use of upama is also a key feature of Hindu poetry and literature, where it is used to create vivid and evocative descriptions of the world.