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God is One, and the essence of all religions is the same.

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God is One, and the essence of all religions is the same. The first religion of this world is the Eternal Religion — the timeless, universal truth. All other religions are but branches of this Eternal Religion. It is pertinent to note that the Eternal Religion is known as Sanātana Dharma. Sanātana Dharma is regarded as the Eternal Religion because it embodies eternal and universal truths and principles, believed to be the foundation of all spiritual paths. It is the oldest — and eternal — spiritual tradition in the world, providing the essence from which numerous other religions and philosophies have emerged. Thus, the essence of all religions is often seen as the same.  Sanātana Dharma is associated with what is today called Hinduism; in other words, Hinduism is another name for Sanātana Dharma. The Essence Of All Religions. The fundamental principles of truth, non-violence, love, compassion, mercy, sacrifice, chastity, morality, honesty, and conscientiousness are at the heart of ...

Difference between God (Paramatman) and the individual soul (Jīva Ātman)

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  The relationship between God (Paramatman) and the individual soul (Jīva Ātman)   The relationship between God (Paramatman) and the individual soul (Jīva Ātman) is a fundamental concept in Hindu philosophy, particularly in Vedanta. Different schools of thought offer varying interpretations of this relationship: Advaita Vedanta (Non-Dualism ) The individual soul (Jīva Ātman) and God (Brahman) are ultimately one. The perception of individuality arises due to Maya (illusion). Once ignorance (Avidya) is removed, the Jīva realizes its true nature. Example: A wave appears distinct from the ocean but is ultimately just water (ocean =  Paramatman , wave = Jīva). Vishishtadvaita Vedanta (Qualified Non-Dualism ) The Jīva Ātman is a part of Brahman but not identical to it. The individual soul is real but exists as an inseparable part of God, much like a cell within a body. Liberation (Moksha) is attained through devotion (Bhakti) and realizing the soul’s dependence on God. Example:...