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Nirguna bhakti (Devanagari: निर्गुणा भक्ति ISO15919: nirguṇā bhakti ) means devotion which is not laced with gunas of Maya. It is done only with the aim of pleasing God. Nirguna Bhakti (Devanagari: निर्गुणा भक्ति; ISO 15919: nirguṇā bhakti) refers to Transcendental Devotion. Freedom

Same as moksha.

Nirvikalpa Samadhi (Devanagari: निर्विकल्प समाधि; ISO 15919: nirvikalpa samādhi) refers to the Trance of Non-Duality or Undifferentiated Absorption. The State of Dormancy It is the state where the mind becomes totally inactive and dormant. Attaining Brahmajnana (Knowledge of the Absolute) is the highest achievement possible

Nirvisesha (Devanagari: निर्विशेष; ISO 15919: nirviśeṣa) refers to the state of Having No Distinctive Qualities. This term is primarily used to describe Nirakara Brahm (the Formless Absolute). In this aspect of the Supreme Lord, the divine attributes, names, forms, and pastimes are not manifest. The Unmanifest

Nishedha (Devanagari: निषेध; ISO 15919: niṣedha) refers to Prohibitions or Forbidden Actions. The Divine "Don'ts" As the book of divine law, the Vedas lay out specific instructions for human conduct. These are categorized into Vidhi (prescribed duties or "do's") and

Nri Rina (Devanagari: नृ ऋण; ISO 15919: nr̥ r̥ṇa) refers to the Debt to Humanity. The Source of Indebtedness According to Vedic sociology, no human being lives in isolation. From birth, every individual benefits from the structures, knowledge, protection, and labor provided by the wider human society. * Interdependence: We

Nyaya Prasthana (Devanagari: न्याय प्रस्थान; ISO 15919: nyāya prasthāna) refers to the Evidence of Logic. The Pillar of Reason In Vedantic philosophy, ascertaining the absolute truth requires congruence across three authoritative sources (Prasthana Trayi). Nyaya Prasthana specifically refers to the Brahma Sutras (Vedanta Darshan) composed

Paap (Devanagari: पाप; ISO 15919: pāpa) refers to Sin, Demerit, or unrighteous action. Vedic Definition: The Prohibited Action The Vedas, which serve as the book of divine laws, classify actions into Vidhi (prescribed duties) and Nishedha (prohibited actions). Paap is defined as the performance of those actions listed as

Parama Purusha (Devanagari: परम पुरुष; ISO 15919: parama puruṣa) refers to The Supreme Divine Person. The term is a compound of two Sanskrit words: * Parama: Meaning supreme, highest, or ultimate. * Purusha: Meaning person, enjoyer, or controller. The Supreme Personality While the Vedas use the term Purusha to describe

In Vedas The Supreme God is referred to as Purush. Vedas emerged from God's breath. So, Vedas are called paurusheya (Devanagari: पौरुषेय ISO15919: pauruṣeya). Vedas are also referred to as apaurusheya. Further Reading and Reference * Reference: Main Kaun? Mera Kaun? Vol. 3, Ch. 54

Pitrilok (Devanagari: पितृलोक; ISO 15919: pitr̥loka) refers to the Abode of Ancestors. Also known as Bhuvah Loka (Devanagari: भुवः लोक; ISO 15919: bhuvaḥ loka), this realm is located in the space between the Earth and the Sun. Composition It is not a single planet

Prakamya (Devanagari: प्राकाम्या; ISO 15919: prākāmyā) refers to the Instant Fulfillment. The Supernatural Ability It is one of the eight major mystic powers (Ashta Siddhi) attainable through Yoga. This specific Siddhi grants the yogi the ability to instantly fulfil their material desire. Further Reading and Reference

Prakrit Pralaya (Devanagari: प्राकृत प्रलय; ISO 15919: prākr̥ta pralaya) refers to the Total Annihilation of one brahmand (cosmic egg). The Dissolution Unlike partial dissolutions, this event marks the complete end of a brahmand. It occurs at the end of Lord Brahma's entire lifespan,

Praman (Devanagari: प्रमाण ISO15919: pramāṇa ) is proof or evidence. Praman (Devanagari: प्रमाण; ISO 15919: pramāṇa) refers to Proof, Evidence, or a Valid Means of Knowledge. Praman is the standard or authority used to ascertain the truth of a statement or the nature of reality. It answers

Pranaya Bhakti (Devanagari: प्रणय भक्ति; ISO 15919: praṇaya bhakti) refers to the Stage of Loving Intimacy. The Fourth Level It is the fourth stage of Siddha Bhakti (perfected devotion), surpassing Prema, Sneha, and Maan. In this advanced state of divine love, the intimacy between the devotee and Shyam

prapatti (Devanagari: प्रपत्ति ISO15919: prapatti ) means complete surrender. Constantly thinking favourably about God, rejecting everything unfavourable and surrendering to His will. A term was coined by Jagadguru Shri Ramanujacharya. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: sharanagati * Reference: Prema Rasa Siddhanta - Philosophy of Divine Love, Ch. 10

Prapti (Devanagari: प्राप्ति; ISO 15919: prāpti) refers to the Power of Acquisition. The Supernatural Ability It is one of the eight major mystic powers (Ashta Siddhi) of Yoga. This power grants the yogi the ability to procure anything from anywhere in the entire universe without physical movement.

Prasada (Devanagari: प्रसाद; ISO 15919: prasāda) refers to Sacred Remnants or Divine Mercy. Definition Literally translating to "grace" or "mercy," in practice, Prasada refers to any object that has been offered to and used by God or the Guru. Once these items are enjoyed

Prema Bhakti (Devanagari: प्रेमा भक्ति; ISO 15919: premā bhakti) refers to Divine Love. The Foundation of Perfection While often used as a general term for love, in the specific hierarchy of Siddha Bhakti (perfected devotion), Prema represents the first or initial level of divine attainment. The Hierarchy

Punya (Devanagari: पुण्य ISO15919: puṇya ) refers to Virtue, Merit, or Righteous Deeds. These are virtuous karma as prescribed by the Vedas. This is also called dharm. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: * Paap * Science of karma * Reference: Guru Mantra - The Guru and the Disciple, Ch. 3

Rasa (Devanagari: रस; ISO 15919: rasa) refers to Divine Bliss, Spiritual Essence, or Taste. Vedas identifies Shri Krishna not merely as the possessor of bliss, but as the very embodiment of Rasa itself. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: ananda * Reference: Bhakti Shatak - Hundred Gems of Devotion - an

Romancha (Devanagari: रोमान्च; ISO 15919: romāñca) refers to Horripilation or Goosebumps. It manifests as the standing on end of the body's hair due to intense spiritual emotion. Unlike ordinary goosebumps caused by cold or fear, this physical reaction is triggered by waves of divine bliss

sakama bhakti (Devanagari: सकाम भक्ति ISO15919: sakāma bhakti ) is devotion to God which is inspired with the desire to attain material pleasures. This type of bhakti is called rajasi or tamasi bhakti. This bhakti is performed with the intent of acquiring self-happiness. A few examples of this type

Sakha Bhava (Devanagari: सखा भाव; ISO 15919: sakhā bhāva) refers to the devotional sentiment of friendship. The Divine Friendship This attitude is best exemplified by the cowherd boys (Gopas) of Braj. In this mood, the devotee views Shri Krishna not as the Supreme Lord, but as their closest friend

Salokya Mukti (Devanagari: सालोक्य मुक्ति; ISO 15919: sālokya mukti) refers to the Liberation of the Same Abode. The term is derived from Sa (same/with) and Loka (world/realm). It is one of the five kinds of liberation (Pancha Mukti). In this state, the soul