Matter and Consciousness: Unification of Physics and Vedic Theories

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Source : www.awgp.org www.awgpsouth.orgAuthor : Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya

 

Dear ALL,

 

Matter and Consciousness: Unification of Physics and Vedic Theories

 

The study of consciousness and life is often regarded as a field pertaining to philosophy, psychology and the so-called metaphysical sciences. However, as we shall see here, the hardcore physical sciences dealing with the studies of matter also seem to share something common in this ensemble of vertical convergence of knowledge.

About seven decades ago the great scientist Albert Einstein had presented the hypothesis of grand unification of cosmic forces. This reflects his visualization of the subtle existence of higher and deeper dimensions of existence that were realized by the Vedic Rishis. This article presents an extract of some of the comparable aspects of both the modern and the vedic scientific insights.

Ever since the research in particle physics has been focused on the subtler forms of matter (from atom to quark, and gradually to anti-matter…) and the decipheration of the complexities of the biomolecules, it is becoming more and more evident that the living system exists in an unimaginably subliminal form that could ultimately be perceived, in the gross world, only as an energy-packet of consciousness. Albert Einstein, through his concept of 'Pure Thought', was able to see the perfect order that exists in the universe. He therefore accepted the inability of contemporary research in particle physics and other areas of modern sciences in comprehending even a fraction of the orderly creation of the great, unknown, absolute Spirit.

Adi Shankaracharya has mentioned about the subtle aspects of the physical world in his magnum opus " Vivek Chudamani " as –– Aikyam Tayorlakshitayoh, Na Vacyaya | Nigadyatenyonya Viruddha Dharminoh |

Khadyota Bhanyoriv Rajbh—atyayauh | Kupamburashyoh Parmanumevoh || Meaning: The divine source of the (existence of the) cosmos and every creature or particle in the universe are subliminally linked together and are similar in the sense of the similarity between 'the sun and a glowworm', 'an ocean and a well', 'a king and a laborer', or 'a mountain and an atom'.

Research into the atomic and subtler structures of matter has paved the way towards searching the commonality between matter and energy. May be, one day the research will be motivated towards deciphering the commonality between energy and consciousness. About seven decades ago, Einstein had defined the space as the grand unification of gravitational and electromagnetic forces. Later on, two more forces, namely, the 'Weak Force' and the 'Strong Force' were also considered in the definition of Space as a 'Unified Field'.

Einstein's investigations into the 'Four Dimensional Curved Space' –– Time, have given pioneering directions to future scientists for deeper elucidation of various aspects of universal subtle forces and their grand source in the eternal Consciouness Force. In this respect Einstein deserves a place in modern sciences equivalent to the revered positions of the sages like Vishwamitra, Patanjali and Vyas in the spiritual science of vital energy and Consciouness force as described in the vedic treatises.

The discovery of anti-matter in physics has given interesting clues for studying the concepts of 'Anti-World' and 'Meta-Space' mentioned in the Vedas and Upanishads. Noted thinker Robert Ernest Humes has mentioned in " The Thirteen Principal Upanishads " that the main objective of the Upanishads is –– the search for absolute truth, ultimate knowledge, and its enlightened use for the welfare and progress of all creatures. Renowned scholar Maxmueller in his " Lectures on the Vedanta Philosophy " has expressed similar views. According to them, the insights of the Vedas and Upanishads have inspired and guided the pioneers and independent researchers of 'matter and life' in all ages. The ancient scriptures will continue to further enlighten the scientific investigations of the modern times as well, if studied attentively in the right perspective.

The Ishopanishad begins with the phrase – " Purnamadah Purnamidam " , which implies that the Supreme Cosmic Power – Brahm (the Omnipresent Consciouness Force) is one and absolutely complete. There are many 'formulae' given in the Upanishads, which explain the sublime principles of the physical manifestation of Nature and existence of matter (referred as 'This' in the corresponding vedic hymns) and its eternal relation with the unique universal force, the infinite 'whole' (referred as 'That'). The uncertainty principles of the Quantum Mechanical approach, the postulations of particle physics, the 'Pure Thought' of Einstein and later findings of theoretical and experimental physicists (including Dr. Yogesh Pati, Dr. Abdus Salam, Dr. Howard George and Dr. Sheldon Glashaw) on quark, leptons, anti-matter and the grand unification of forces, can all be seen implied in the mantras of the Upanishads.

Prof. N. Hugen used to be a great critic of the Indian Mythology. However, after investigating more into the concepts of 'Super Gravity' and " Anti Gravity', he had also accepted that these together with the hypothesis of the Black Holes could be better understood in light of the insights of Vedic Philosophy.

Researchers desirous of revealing the secrets of matter and life, may view the vedic knowledge as a science that deals with the subtler realms and layers of what has been discovered by the modern sciences so far. Sir James Jeans has noted that everything in this world happens in a logical and reasonable manner like a mathematical principle. In his views, the creator and controller of this limitless absolute system could be none other than the Unique, Infinite, and Supernatural Power, named as God.

Modern scientists may attempt deciphering the mysterious universe more deeply by considering the existence of the subliminal forms of subatomic particles and perceivable energies in the infinite currents of the ultimate 'energy' of the Omnipresent Consciouness Force, which, so far, has been left for metaphysical research in philosophy. An open minded integrated research in focussed areas of physical, biological and cognitive sciences and spirituality would prove to be very fruitful towards unfolding of the hidden linkages of matter and life and the super-unifying principle of " Sarva Khalvidam Brahm " - All this is Brahm.

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Dear Shri Acharya ji,

 

To introduce myself I am another human addition to this spiritual

network/group of your esteemed selves.

 

I am indeed thankful to Shri Narasimha ji whose message to Smt.

Rohini Ranjan was a boon to me.

 

In fact, I read a number of the experiences I read today since

morning and was moved by some of these.

 

My own self has been pondering over these issues in the past and

somehow I reached a conclusion as follows:

 

God exists in both form and formless states and even being formless

in a form and form in a formless state - this was somehow the result

of such thought provoking ponderings that I had been able to grow

spiritually over a period of time since last few years. Somehow, I

had to be away from an active astrologer's role over last couple of

years or so due to the karmic bondages and now with god's grace am

part of this esteemed group of your honoured selves.

 

Myself is a strong believer of the mantra shakti that energises the

cosmic environment around ourselves and also strengthens the

particular part of the body or the overall spiritual evolution of

the individual or the group and cleanses their karma.

 

To my understanding, the mantras in Sanskrit are written in such a

way that each syllable of a particular mantra and the complete

mantra thereof energises the visible and non-visible atoms in our

body or the environment around us for us to evolve spiritually.

Tantra is the personification of the mantra in the doable form while

yantra is the mechanical form of the same. May be, there are other

scholars to comment on the above lines.

 

Look forward to interact with your kind selves.

 

With kind regards,

Prakash Kandpal

 

, e-gurukul <venkat.koppaka

wrote:

>

> Source : www.awgp.org www.awgpsouth.org

> Author : Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya

>

> Dear ALL,

>

> *Matter and Consciousness: Unification of Physics and Vedic

Theories** *

>

> * *

>

> The study of consciousness and life is often regarded as a field

pertaining

> to philosophy, psychology and the so-called metaphysical sciences.

However,

> as we shall see here, the hardcore physical sciences dealing with

the

> studies of matter also seem to share something common in this

ensemble of

> vertical convergence of knowledge.

>

> About seven decades ago the great scientist Albert Einstein had

presented

> the hypothesis of grand unification of cosmic forces. This

reflects his

> visualization of the subtle existence of higher and deeper

dimensions of

> existence that were realized by the Vedic Rishis. This article

presents an

> extract of some of the comparable aspects of both the modern and

the vedic

> scientific insights.

>

> Ever since the research in particle physics has been focused on

the subtler

> forms of matter (from atom to quark, and gradually to anti-

matter…) and the

> decipheration of the complexities of the biomolecules, it is

becoming more

> and more evident that the living system exists in an unimaginably

subliminal

> form that could ultimately be perceived, in the gross world, only

as an

> energy-packet of consciousness. Albert Einstein, through his

concept of

> 'Pure Thought', was able to see the perfect order that exists in

the

> universe. He therefore accepted the inability of contemporary

research in

> particle physics and other areas of modern sciences in

comprehending even a

> fraction of the orderly creation of the great, unknown, absolute

Spirit.

>

> Adi Shankaracharya has mentioned about the subtle aspects of the

physical

> world in his magnum opus " Vivek Chudamani " as ––

>

> *Aikyam Tayorlakshitayoh, Na Vacyaya | Nigadyatenyonya Viruddha

Dharminoh |

> Khadyota Bhanyoriv Rajbh—atyayauh | Kupamburashyoh Parmanumevoh ||

>

> Meaning:* The divine source of the (existence of the) cosmos and

every

> creature or particle in the universe are subliminally linked

together and

> are similar in the sense of the similarity between 'the sun and a

glowworm',

> 'an ocean and a well', 'a king and a laborer', or 'a mountain and

an atom'.

>

> Research into the atomic and subtler structures of matter has

paved the way

> towards searching the commonality between matter and energy. May

be, one day

> the research will be motivated towards deciphering the commonality

between

> energy and consciousness. About seven decades ago, Einstein had

defined the

> space as the grand unification of gravitational and

electromagnetic forces.

> Later on, two more forces, namely, the 'Weak Force' and

the 'Strong Force'

> were also considered in the definition of Space as a 'Unified

Field'.

>

> Einstein's investigations into the 'Four Dimensional Curved

Space' –– Time,

> have given pioneering directions to future scientists for deeper

elucidation

> of various aspects of universal subtle forces and their grand

source in the

> eternal Consciouness Force. In this respect Einstein deserves a

place in

> modern sciences equivalent to the revered positions of the sages

like

> Vishwamitra, Patanjali and Vyas in the spiritual science of vital

energy

> and Consciouness force as described in the vedic treatises.

>

> The discovery of anti-matter in physics has given interesting

clues for

> studying the concepts of 'Anti-World' and 'Meta-Space' mentioned

in the

> Vedas and Upanishads. Noted thinker Robert Ernest Humes has

mentioned in

> " The Thirteen Principal Upanishads " that the main objective of the

> Upanishads is –– the search for absolute truth, ultimate

knowledge, and its

> enlightened use for the welfare and progress of all creatures.

Renowned

> scholar Maxmueller in his " Lectures on the Vedanta Philosophy " has

expressed

> similar views. According to them, the insights of the Vedas and

Upanishads

> have inspired and guided the pioneers and independent researchers

of 'matter

> and life' in all ages. The ancient scriptures will continue to

further

> enlighten the scientific investigations of the modern times as

well, if

> studied attentively in the right perspective.

>

> The Ishopanishad begins with the phrase – " Purnamadah Purnamidam " ,

which

> implies that the Supreme Cosmic Power – Brahm (the Omnipresent

> Consciouness Force)

> is one and absolutely complete. There are many 'formulae' given in

the

> Upanishads, which explain the sublime principles of the physical

> manifestation of Nature and existence of matter (referred

as 'This' in the

> corresponding vedic hymns) and its eternal relation with the unique

> universal force, the infinite 'whole' (referred as 'That'). The

uncertainty

> principles of the Quantum Mechanical approach, the postulations of

particle

> physics, the 'Pure Thought' of Einstein and later findings of

theoretical

> and experimental physicists (including Dr. Yogesh Pati, Dr. Abdus

Salam, Dr.

> Howard George and Dr. Sheldon Glashaw) on quark, leptons, anti-

matter and

> the grand unification of forces, can all be seen implied in the

mantras of

> the Upanishads.

>

> Prof. N. Hugen used to be a great critic of the Indian Mythology.

However,

> after investigating more into the concepts of 'Super Gravity'

and " Anti

> Gravity', he had also accepted that these together with the

hypothesis of

> the Black Holes could be better understood in light of the

insights of Vedic

> Philosophy.

>

> Researchers desirous of revealing the secrets of matter and life,

may view

> the vedic knowledge as a science that deals with the subtler

realms and

> layers of what has been discovered by the modern sciences so far.

Sir James

> Jeans has noted that everything in this world happens in a logical

and

> reasonable manner like a mathematical principle. In his views, the

creator

> and controller of this limitless absolute system could be none

other than

> the Unique, Infinite, and Supernatural Power, named as God.

>

> Modern scientists may attempt deciphering the mysterious universe

more

> deeply by considering the existence of the subliminal forms of

subatomic

> particles and perceivable energies in the infinite currents of the

ultimate

> 'energy' of the Omnipresent Consciouness Force, which, so far,

has been

> left for metaphysical research in philosophy. An open minded

integrated

> research in focussed areas of physical, biological and cognitive

sciences

> and spirituality would prove to be very fruitful towards unfolding

of the

> hidden linkages of matter and life and the super-unifying

principle of

> " Sarva Khalvidam Brahm " - All this is Brahm.**

>