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Upanishads

What are the Upanishads and why are they central to Indian philosophical tradition?

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When were the Upanishads composed and how do scholars determine their historical dates?

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Who are the main authors or sages associated with the major Upanishads?

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How do the Upanishads define the ultimate reality known as Brahman?

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What is the Upanishadic concept of the Self (Atman) and its relationship to Brahman?

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How do the Upanishads explain the nature and role of Maya (illusion) in human experience?

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What is the significance of mahavakyas like “Tat tvam asi” in conveying Upanishadic wisdom?

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How do the Upanishads describe the path to liberation (moksha) and self-realization?

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In what ways do the Upanishads differ from the earlier Vedic karma and ritual texts?

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Which Upanishads are considered principal or authoritative, and why?

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How did the philosopher Shankaracharya interpret and comment on the Upanishads?

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What does the doctrine of neti neti (“not this, not that”) reveal about Upanishadic inquiry?

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How do the Upanishads address the problem of suffering, death, and rebirth?

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What role do meditation and contemplative practices play in the teachings of the Upanishads?

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How have the Upanishads influenced Western philosophy and modern spiritual movements?

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What is the relationship between Vedanta as a school and the teachings of the Upanishads?

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How can contemporary readers approach and study the Upanishads effectively?

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Which stories or dialogues in the Upanishads best illustrate their core philosophical messages?

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How do the Upanishads reconcile the unity of existence with the diversity of the world?

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Are there notable feminist or alternative interpretations of the Upanishadic texts?

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