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Definition:
In Hinduism, vijnana is the state of immediate understanding and knowledge of
everything. This is a form of knowledge which transcends that normally achieved
through ritual or sacrifice; instead, it cuts to the heart of existence and perceives
Brahman directly. It is sometimes translated simply as "consciousness".
Also Known As: yoga-cara, citta-matra
Alternate Spellings: none
Common Misspellings: none
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may at first appear.
A system of human beliefs, ideals and practices which is harder to define than it may at first appear.
