The two dimensions of existence – 1. Dualistic existence 2. Nondualistic existence.+

 

The two dimensions of existence –

1. Dualistic existence

2. Nondualistic existence.

The dualistic existence is based on form, time, and space whereas the nondualistic existence is based on formless, timeless, and spaceless existence.

It does not mean they are two orders of reality. They are only two perspectives. The non-dualistic reality is hidden by the dualistic reality. The dualistic reality is merely an illusion created out of the non-dualistic reality. The Soul is real and eternal and is not affected by dualistic illusion or Maya.

From the dualistic perspective, the world is a reality. The Self, in reality, is the Soul, the Spirit, and is infinite. The infinite Soul, the Self is hidden by the dualistic illusion.

The individual who exists within the illusory world is bound to be an illusion and the Soul, which is present in the form of consciousness, is real and is hidden by the dualistic illusion. The Soul is hidden by the dualistic illusion because the dualistic illusion is created out of the Soul, which is present in the form of consciousness.

The whole dualistic illusion (universe) has to be inquired into. The Who am ‘I’?- inquiry is limited to the individual. So, Who am I?- is inadequate and useless to unfold the mystery of the non-dualistic existence hidden by the dualistic illusion(I). : ~ Santthosh Kumaar