Adi Shankaracharya
The Architect of Universal Consciousness and His Message for Contemporary Civilization
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 22200327 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Harikumar Pallathadka (0000-0002-0705-9035, Manipur University), Parag Deb Roy (0009-0001-5162-3107, Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 5 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pages | 171-184 |
| Publication date | 2025-05-17 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Integrated Journal for Research in Arts and Humanities (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2583-1712 • E-ISSN: 2583-1712 |
| Publisher | Stallion Publication (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.55544/ijrah.5.3.20 |
| OpenAlex | W4410481688 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 20 |
This scholarly exploration examines Adi Shankaracharya's profound philosophical message to humanity, analyzing its transformative potential for addressing modern existential crises. Through a multidisciplinary lens integrating quantum physics, cognitive science, consciousness studies, and systems theory, this paper demonstrates how Shankaracharya's Advaita Vedanta philosophy transcends religious boundaries to offer universal principles for human flourishing. By examining his core teachings on non-duality, maya, and self-realization, alongside contemporary theoretical frameworks, this research reveals how these 8th-century insights align remarkably with cutting-edge scientific understanding and provide frameworks for resolving global challenges. The study contributes to both philosophical scholarship and practical applications in psychology, quantum mechanics, unified field theories, education, healthcare, and organizational leadership, offering a comprehensive blueprint for individual and collective transformation in the 21st century
Aesthetics · Archaeology · Civilization · Consciousness · Epistemology · Cognitive Science and Education Research · Embodied and Extended Cognition · History · Indian and Buddhist Studies · Philosophy
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| Citation velocity | historical |
|---|---|
| Highly cited | No |