Absolute Reality (Paramarthika satya) Non-dual SELF (Atma) is unaware of Itself or the other (world). It is like nothingness in a deep sleep state. SELF is blissfully asleep.
Due to the deep rooted impressions (vasanas), a dreamlike body and world is projected creating a sense of duality.
When the body appears, the SELF becomes aware of Itself as “I AM”. I stands for consciousness(chit) and AM stands for existence (Sat). Duality is like a mirror for the SELF to become aware of Itself. It is like saying I can never see my own face without the reflection in the mirror. The sense of “IAM” due to reflected consciousness on the body is SELF awareness.
Sri Prabhuji
13th November 2024