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advaita

[əd-ˈvī-tə]
nounfemininepl: advaitàs
advaita
1. A Hindu philosophical school teaching non-dualism, the belief that ultimate reality (Brahman) is singular and that the apparent separation between the individual soul (Atman) and the universal spirit is illusory.
Advaita Vedanta is one of the most influential schools of Hindu philosophy.
Advaita Vedanta é uma das escolas mais influentes da filosofia hindu.
2. The doctrine or principle of non-duality in spiritual practice and metaphysics.
The teacher explained the concept of advaita to her students.
A professora explicou o conceito de advaita para seus alunos.
Synonyms
non-dualismmonismnon-duality
Antonyms
dvaitadualism

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
advaita
Used as a borrowed Sanskrit term in philosophical and religious discussions
Portugal
advaita
Used as a borrowed Sanskrit term in academic and spiritual contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

Advaita Vedanta - the philosophical school founded on advaita principles
non-dual consciousness - consciousness aligned with advaita teachings
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