Atman Flashcards
1
Q
What is Atman
A
Your true self or spirit - it makes you unique
2
Q
Why can’t it be easily known
A
When you are awake you are thinking of ordinary things and attacked to the world of desires
3
Q
Is it a part of anything
A
Yes, a part of Brahman
4
Q
What is the goal of Atman
A
Become fully aware of one’s atman and therefore experience Brahman
5
Q
What happens when someone experiences Brahman
A
They are freed from all desires, from the physical world and achieve a state of great happiness
