Vedanta is about universal truth—it does not belong to anyone.
To assume that one can "take a side" in relation to Vedanta is, in itself, a misunderstanding.
It is natural for some to see Vedanta as just another religion and to interpret any discussion of universal truth as an attack on personal beliefs. This often leads to labeling such comments as ego-based attacks (ahamkara).
Ignorance arises from closed-mindedness, which limits one’s ability to discern the falsehoods present in many societal constructs and edicts.
Religions and concepts of God are often shaped by human insecurities and greed, and they tend to be divisive. This applies to all religions, including Hindu traditions. However, this perspective may not sit well with a believer, which is why I avoid debating with those rooted in their beliefs.
Yes, God is unknown and unknowable through logic. Yet, paradoxically, nothing is more immediately available to everyone. All knowledge—whether scientific or intellectual—is ultimately ignorance when viewed through the lens of universal truth. To grasp this, one must transcend fixations and conditioned thinking. However, these ideas are unlikely to resonate with those steeped in dualistic beliefs, even if they claim to accept Advaita as truth.
Quoting the Gita, specifically Verse 18.66 (Sarva dharman parityajya), is often used to emphasize surrender. However, when interpreted from a dualistic perspective, this surrender carries deep contradictions.
By way of metaphor: you cannot compare one crore rupees earned in a dream to 1,000 rupees in the waking state. Similarly, Vedanta is often misunderstood, and true universal truth can only be non-dual. What I have expressed here is not my personal opinion; while the presentation and examples are my own, the ideas are firmly rooted in well-established teachings that anyone with an open mind can comprehend.
It was a mistake for me to engage in a debate here with a believer. My apologies.
OM
