Are Atma and Paramatma same?

There is no difference between Atma and Paramatma. They are two words for the same non-dual Reality. The word Paramatma (Supreme Self) is used as a relative term, to highlight supremacy.

Who is the symbol of the union of Atma and paramatma?

Our ancestors have defined Yoga as the union of Atma with Paramatma. This union is possible through Dhyan (meditation) and Samadhi (superconscious state). To reach such a state one should be able to resist the worldly attachments and control the mind and streamline the thought flow.

What is the difference between jīvātmā and ātmā?

Jīvātmā is the individual, and Ātmā and Paramātmā are Universal. PARAMĀTMĀ is the Supreme Principle, whatever we call it: God, Supreme Self, Divine Self, Love, Truth or Reality. ĀTMĀ may be described as God’s ray of light, which exists as the “light of life” in every living being.

What is the difference between ahamkara and ātmā?

Ahamkāra is the seed from which the variety within nature comes into existence. The difference in form is relevant only to the external manifestation and to the expression of consciousness and intellect – the essence, however, is the same within all, Ātmā.

What is the reflection of God in Rajas and Tamas?

The reflection of God in rajas is Hiranya Garbha (Cosmic Egg), the soul of creation of which all the individual souls are a part. The reflection of God in tamas is Viraj (the shining one), the body of creation of which all the elements, objects and beings are a part. These are the triple aspects of Brahman in creation.

What is Aatma and its properties?

Aatma takes all its properties from the Paramatma i.e. It is Indestructible, eternal, unborn, permanent etc. Paramatma is the Divine Supreme Consciousnes which is the creator, nourisher and the destroyer of this Universe.