In this episode, we’ll explore the concept of the five koshas as presented in Vedanta. If you have some background in Vedanta, you may already know that every living being is made up of five layers, referred to as the pancha (meaning "five") koshas. The word "kosha" comes from Sanskrit and means "sheath" or "layer." Each kosha signifies a unique facet of our being, with each one enveloping the innermost Self.

We will examine the origins and structure of these koshas, as well as the important roles they play in our everyday lives. The teaching of the five koshas traces back to the Taittiriya Upanishad, an ancient text written around 600 BCE. This scripture delves deeply into the nature of the koshas. Through meditation, the sages of that era sought to uncover the true essence of existence, leading to significant insights about the makeup of human life. Their understanding of the five koshas stands as one of their most profound discoveries.

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