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# | '''Ishvara''' (devanāgarī: ईश्वर ''Īśvara'') is a [[Sanskrit]] word meaning ''controller'' or ''god'' in [[Hinduism]]. The term is also used with the meaning of "Lord" and, as such, it can be applied to the deity as well as to masters and kings. | ||
Ishvara is seen as [[Brahman]] (the infinite and impersonal principle) when associated with [[Māyā]] or universal illusion, thus acquiring a personal character. Although connected to illusion the latter is under His control, unlike the [[jīva]] or individual [[soul]] who is Maya's slave. Ishvara has a lovely form, auspicious attributes and infinite power to create, sustain and destroy. He dwells in the heart of every being, controlling it from within. He responds positively to true devotion and sincere prayer.<ref>[http://veda.wikidot.com/ishvara# Īśvara] at Veda.</ref> | |||
== Online resources == | |||
=== Articles === | |||
* [https://www.theosophy.world/encyclopedia/brahman Brahman] at Theosophy World. | |||
* [https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Isvara Isvara] in New World Encyclopedia. | |||
=== Videos === | |||
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Cp8-ocVQY4 THE PHILOSOPHY OF ISHVARA Vivekananda Complete Works Volume 3 Bhakti Yoga Chapter II]. | |||
== Notes == | |||
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[[Category:Sanskrit terms]] | |||
[[Category:Hindu concepts]] | |||
[[Category:Concepts in The Secret Doctrine]] | |||
[[it:Iswara]] | |||
Latest revision as of 19:41, 13 February 2023
Ishvara (devanāgarī: ईश्वर Īśvara) is a Sanskrit word meaning controller or god in Hinduism. The term is also used with the meaning of "Lord" and, as such, it can be applied to the deity as well as to masters and kings.
Ishvara is seen as Brahman (the infinite and impersonal principle) when associated with Māyā or universal illusion, thus acquiring a personal character. Although connected to illusion the latter is under His control, unlike the jīva or individual soul who is Maya's slave. Ishvara has a lovely form, auspicious attributes and infinite power to create, sustain and destroy. He dwells in the heart of every being, controlling it from within. He responds positively to true devotion and sincere prayer.[1]