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    Quote Originally Posted by IcyCosmic View Post
    When you say speculations, are they accurate speculative commentaries, or completely speculative in nature?
    Namaste,

    I can't pass a comment of further evaluation since I am not of their school(s). You would have to consult those that are of the Vedanta. And, I presume since those of the Vedanta belong to diverse schools of thought, you may receive diverse answers.

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    Re: Mantra Yoga/Japa

    Quote Originally Posted by Sudas Paijavana View Post
    Namaste,

    I can't pass a comment of further evaluation since I am not of their school(s). You would have to consult those that are of the Vedanta. And, I presume since those of the Vedanta belong to diverse schools of thought, you may receive diverse answers.
    So what is your opinion on the Upanishads & what school do you follow (if you don't mind sharing)
    also, are you aware of any good sources with in depth information about mantra yoga.

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    Quote Originally Posted by IcyCosmic View Post
    So what is your opinion on the Upanishads & what school do you follow (if you don't mind sharing)
    also, are you aware of any good sources with in depth information about mantra yoga.
    Namaste,

    The Upanishad-s, along with the Veda-s, are not supposed to be scriptures, in the written sense. They are orally transmitted revelations transmitted from early ancient times, later codified into writing - which, unfortunately, stripped these mediums of knowledge of their inert right of being taught from revered Guru-s themselves. The Upanishad-s are brilliant philosophical speculations of sophisticated nature.

    I follow the Kalpa aspect (ritual) of the Vedanga, under the Shakalya recension, concentrating on the theology of the yajna - more specifically on why the yajna is conducted.

    And, I wish I had references for the sources you seek on mantra yoga. I hope someone who is well familiar with the subject can assist you in providing them.

    EDIT: You may find the following interesting: http://www.mantra-yoga.com.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Sudas Paijavana View Post
    Namaste,

    The Upanishad-s, along with the Veda-s, are not supposed to be scriptures, in the written sense. They are orally transmitted revelations transmitted from early ancient times, later codified into writing - which, unfortunately, stripped these mediums of knowledge of their inert right of being taught from revered Guru-s themselves. The Upanishad-s are brilliant philosophical speculations of sophisticated nature.

    I follow the Kalpa aspect (ritual) of the Vedanga, under the Shakalya recension, concentrating on the theology of the yajna - more specifically on why the yajna is conducted.

    And, I wish I had references for the sources you seek on mantra yoga. I hope someone who is well familiar with the subject can assist you in providing them.

    EDIT: You may find the following interesting: http://www.mantra-yoga.com.
    Namaste.

    Yes, I've read about that oral tradition and also how the Brahmin-s and Kshatriya-s alike use to discuss and debate on philosophy & so forth.
    That is very interesting. My mind has been refreshed regarding the concept of Yajna, from my recent re-reading of Mahabharata.

    I know very little about it though. I've only experienced it 2-4 times in my childhood. & once 3-4 years ago when we moved house. (House warming pooja I suppose). With the sacrifical fire and so forth.
    What is your attitude towards liberation? For example a Shaivite may want to merge with Shiva, or like my late grandad who was by all accounts a very strict disciplinirian and aimed for liberation through selfless and righteous action. Karma Yoga I suppose) He wasn't interested in temples or pooja in the slightest.
    That would be interesting to know. Thanks.

    Sweet, thanks for the link! Will check it out now!

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    Re: Mantra Yoga/Japa

    Namaste
    Quote Originally Posted by Sudas Paijavana View Post
    Perhaps, you meant to order it in the opposite sense. The "potency" isn't in the Upanishads. The potency of mantra-s are in the Veda-s.
    You're right Sudas.
    It is said that the verses of the Upanishads are just verses, while the verses of the Vedas are the mantras.

    regards

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    Re: Mantra Yoga/Japa

    Quote Originally Posted by IcyCosmic View Post
    What is your attitude towards liberation?
    Namaste.

    @Sudas

    No need to reply anymore, I researched Yajna. Thanks.

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