Ve·dan·ta (v -dän t , -d n-)n. Hinduism The system of philosophy that further develops the implications in the Upanishads that all reality is a single principle, Brahman, and teaches that the believer's goal is to transcend the limitations of self-identity and realize one's unity with Brahman. [Sanskrit ved  nta , complete knowledge of the Veda : Veda, Veda; see Veda + anta, end; see ant- in Indo-European roots.]Ve·dan tic adj.Ve·dan tism n.Ve·dan tist n. |
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