Metaphysical Concept

Brahman

ब्रह्मन्
The Absolute / Universal Consciousness
9/10 Difficulty
10/10 Importance
8 Chapters
5 Key Verses

In Simple Terms

The infinite, formless reality that underlies everything — what all of existence is made of.

Overview

The ultimate reality — infinite, all-pervading, beyond existence and non-existence. The ground of all being. The impersonal absolute underlying all manifestation.

Why It Matters

Knowing Brahman is the final goal of the Jnana path. The one who knows Brahman becomes Brahman.

Where It Appears

Primary chapters

Secondary chapters

Key Verses

Study these verses to understand Brahman

4.24 8.3 13.13 14.26 14.27

Related Concepts

Atman Moksha Purushottama Maya Jnana

Prerequisites

Study these concepts first: Atman

Advanced Topics

Continue to: Purushottama

Revision

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Brahman (The Absolute / Universal Consciousness) — The infinite, formless reality that underlies everything — what all of existence...

Key Verse

4.24

Found In

Primary: Ch. 4, 5, 8, 14

Study in Learning Blocks

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