Objective Reality as Defined by Science and Indian Spirituality
The concept of objective reality—the notion of a reality that exists independently of human perception or belief—has been a cornerstone of both scientific inquiry and philosophical traditions for centuries. In
The Science of Indian Classical Music: A Tapestry of Sound, Spirit, and Sustainability
Key Points Acoustics and Ragas: Indian classical music’s ragas rely on precise pitch relationships and microtonal shrutis, rooted in acoustic principles that influence emotional and physiological responses. Mathematical Precision: Talas
From Brahmaṇḍa to Big Bang: Bridging Indian Cosmology and Modern Physics
Introduction: Ancient Indian texts and modern cosmology both seek to explain the origin and structure of the universe, albeit in very different languages. Hindu scriptures describe a Brahmaṇḍa or “cosmic
Karma and Chaos Theory: Intersecting Philosophical and Scientific Perspectives
Abstract This article examines the parallels between the Indian concept of Karma (the law of moral causation in Hindu philosophy) and modern chaos theory (which studies how deterministic systems can
Integrating Indian Knowledge Systems in Science and Education under NEP 2020
India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 envisions an education rooted in Indian ethos and knowledge. It explicitly cites “the rich heritage of ancient and eternal Indian knowledge and thought” as
Quantum Consciousness and Indian Philosophies: Parallels and Perspectives
Introduction Can the human brain be understood as operating in a quantum state, and if so, do such quantum mind theories resonate with ancient Indian philosophical views of consciousness? This
Quantum Physics and Vedanta: Observers, Oneness, and Reality
Introduction Quantum physics and Vedantic philosophy make for an unexpected but fascinating dialogue. Both domains, one rooted in cutting-edge science and the other in ancient spiritual inquiry, grapple with deep
AI and Human-Level Consciousness: Scientific and Philosophical Perspectives
Introduction The possibility of artificial intelligence (AI) attaining human-level consciousness is a profound question that spans neuroscience, philosophy of mind, and AI research. Can a machine ever be conscious in
Federico Faggin’s Theory of Consciousness: Bridging Physics and Technology
Introduction Federico Faggin – best known as the inventor of the first microprocessor – has in recent years put forward a bold theory of consciousness that bridges subjective experience with
Quantum Entanglement and Indian Philosophical Parallels
Introduction: Entanglement as Interconnectedness Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon in modern physics where two or more particles become deeply correlated such that the state of one immediately influences the state
Indian Hindu Spirituality and Science: Intersections and Dialogues
Introduction Indian Hindu spirituality has long been intertwined with scientific thought, blending metaphysical inquiry with empirical observations. From ancient times through the modern era, Hindu philosophical concepts and scientific ideas
Depiction of Lord Shiva as Nothingness in Classical Hindu Philosophy
Introduction In classical Indian philosophy, Lord Shiva is often elevated from a mythic deity to the level of the absolute reality – an unmanifest, attribute-less principle sometimes described as a
Mantras and the Mind: The Neuroscience of Sacred Sound
Abstract Mantras – sacred sounds or phrases chanted repeatedly – are central to many spiritual traditions. This paper explores the use of mantras in Vedic/Hindu, Buddhist, and Tantric contexts and
Game Theory and Hindu Philosophy: Strategic Thought in the Bhagavad Gita, Mahabharata, and Upanishads
Abstract The classical Sanskrit texts of Hindu philosophy – notably the Mahabharata (with its Bhagavad Gita) and the Upanishads – contain rich narratives and dialogues that reveal a nuanced understanding