Beschrijving

Tat Tvam Asi: That Thou Art by Edwin Raphael, translated into English, is a spiritual dialogue rooted in Advaita Vedanta — a core philosophical tradition of Hinduism that emphasizes non-duality and the unity of the self with ultimate reality. The title Tat Tvam Asi is a classical Sanskrit mahāvākya (“great saying”) meaning “That Thou Art,” expressing the idea that the true essence of the individual self (ātman) is not separate from the ultimate reality or universal consciousness (Brahman).The book takes the form of a conversation between a sincere seeker weighed down by suffering and an enlightened teacher known as an Asparsin. Through their dialogue, the seeker’s questions about identity, purpose, suffering, and liberation are explored in depth. The teacher guides the seeker beyond surface-level concepts to a direct understanding of self-realization, using metaphor, analogy, and classical Vedantic reasoning.Key themes include the illusory nature of ego-based self, the importance of inner discipline and awareness, and the recognition that true freedom comes not from external achievements but from seeing one’s essential unity with all existence. The narrative is concise and introspective, inviting readers to reflect on their own experience of consciousness and identity rather than simply accepting doctrine.The result is a thoughtful introduction to Hindu metaphysics and mystical psychology that bridges classical Indian wisdom with universal questions about who we really are.