Vedānta Darśana and the Concept of Consciousness
June 1, 2026 DOI: 10.63247/ayurveda360.siddhanta.c002 (opens in new tab)
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AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper |
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| Keywords | Existentialism Metaphysics Vitality Parallels Qualia Cognition Epistemology Cognitive science Perspective graphical Meaning existential Reductionism Artificial consciousness |
| Key points | Argues that Vedāntic metaphysics provides a framework where non-dual consciousness manifests into biological functions, governing cognition, perception, and vitality, with implications for integrative healthcare. |
Abstract
The philosophical foundations of Ayurvedic epistemology and macrocosmic-microcosmic relations (Loka-Purusha Samya) are deeply anchored in classical Indian orthodox schools of thought, particularly Vedānta Darśana. This chapter presents a rigorous textual analysis of the concept of consciousness (Cetanā or Puruṣa) by examining structural parallels between Vedāntic metaphysics and classical Ayurvedic ontological frameworks. It details how the absolute non-dual consciousness manifests down into biological functions, governing cognitive processing, sensory perception, and existential vitality (Āyu). Synthesizing traditional text engineering methodologies, manuscriptology evidence, and philosophical concepts with modern mind-body medicine and neural science, this study structures a comprehensive evidence-based model that demonstrates how fundamental consciousness guides physiological homeostatic systems, offering deep epistemological insights for advanced psychosomatic therapeutics and integrative healthcare paradigms. Keywords: Vedānta Darśana, Siddhanta, Consciousness, Cetanā, Epistemology, Manuscriptology.