Podcast: Exploring the Metaverse Through the Lens of Vedanta Philosophy
Could this digital realm offer more than just entertainment and escapism?
Exploring the Metaverse Through the Lens of Vedanta and Intellect — Image by Author.
Dear readers,
today I bring you a new podcast episode that I recently made.
The metaverse, a virtual reality space where users can interact within computer-generated environments, has captivated global attention.
But could this digital realm offer more than just entertainment and escapism?
In this podcast, we delve into the philosophical depths of the metaverse, drawing insights from the ancient wisdom of Vedanta and the power of human intellect.
Joining us are two esteemed guests: Jayashankar Krishnamurty, a revered Vedanta teacher and disciple of the eminent philosopher Swami Parthasarathy, and Nova Lorraine, a multifaceted professional in the field of communication and an avid explorer of the metaverse.
Vedanta, as expounded in its most representative text, the Bhagavad Gita, posits that known factors alone can describe the unknown.
Could the metaverse, then, serve as a tool for understanding the concept of Maya — the illusory reality in which we live, mistaking it for the ultimate truth?
Might this virtual amnion offer a path to dissolving the ego and merging with the infinite?
Jayashankar Krishnamurty, drawing from his deep well of Vedantic knowledge, sheds light on these profound questions, inviting us to approach the metaverse, and indeed all aspects of life, with the discerning power of our intellect. For, as Swami Parthasarathy wisely stated,
“The faculty to think, to reason is a human prerogative… The intellect renders a human being the chef d’œuvre of creation.”
Nova Lorraine, with her multidisciplinary expertise, brings a unique perspective to the discourse. As she eloquently expresses,
“I am intrigued by the power of communication, may it be through the written word, textiles, colour, shape, or music… I enjoy shaping stories to fit multiple mediums while creating impact strategies based on the principles of design and psychology.”
In this thought-provoking episode, we explore the metaverse not merely as a technological marvel but as a canvas for intellectual exploration, a means to transcend the boundaries of our perceived reality and delve into the depths of human consciousness.
Join us on this odyssey of wisdom and curiosity, where ancient philosophies and cutting-edge technologies converge, challenging us to embrace our intellect and question the very nature of existence.
Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation.
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