Compatibility of Science and Spirituality: Speech by Swami Nirviseseshananda Tirtha
In September 2025, Swami Nirviseshananda Tirthaji will grace Delhi-NCR with his presence, staying at their center in Vasundhara, Ghaziabad. The spiritual leader will conduct a residential retreat from 13th to 21st September, inviting seekers to delve deeper into the realms of spirituality and self-discovery.
Swami Nirviseshananda Tirtha, a renowned spiritual master, challenges the common perception in Western countries that science and spirituality are incompatible. He reconciles the two by presenting spirituality, specifically Brahmavidya (the Science of Self-knowledge), as a form of higher or complementary knowledge.
According to Swami Nirviseshananda Tirtha, spirituality is an inward science—an experiential and systematic exploration of consciousness. This perspective bridges the gap by emphasizing that both science and spirituality seek truth, albeit through different domains and methodologies.
Swami Nirviseshananda Tirthaji will be available for personal meetings during his stay in Delhi-NCR. Interested individuals can reach out to him via email or phone.
The spiritual journey, as per Swami Nirviseshananda Tirtha, begins with introspection, seeking to understand "Who am I". Religion, he clarifies, is based on a concept of God, but spirituality starts with questioning that concept and seeking to realize what is God.
Intriguingly, Swami Nirviseshananda Tirtha points out that many 20th-century Nobel Laureates in quantum physics have acknowledged the truth in Vedanta and the oneness of Consciousness. However, he does not specify any specific examples.
Swami Nirviseshananda Tirtha defines science as focusing on facts, logic, and verifiable results, while spirituality is based on faith, belief, and cannot be demonstrated. Yet, he argues that the ultimate solution to problems lies in understanding the Subject 'I'.
The spiritual master explains that the whole universe is an appearance in the 'I', the Consciousness. He further elaborates that the body-mind personality is appearing in Consciousness, not the other way round.
Swami Nirvisesananda Tirtha emphasizes that all problems stem from the smallness of our identity, leading to selfishness, greed, competition, etc. Conversely, spiritual discovery is for the ultimate good of mankind.
Brahman, the ultimate constituent of the Universe, is Knowledge - Prajñānam Brahma. This profound statement underscores the spiritual master's belief that spirituality and science can coexist harmoniously, each offering unique insights into the mysteries of the universe.
The misconception about spirituality being incompatible with science is not limited to the west, Swami Nirviseshananda Tirtha notes. Brahman is the substratum of the whole universe, providing a unifying principle that transcends both science and spirituality.
In conclusion, Swami Nirviseshananda Tirthaji's visit to Delhi-NCR promises to be an enlightening opportunity for those seeking to explore the intersection of science and spirituality. His teachings invite us to question, introspect, and seek a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
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During Swami Nirviseshananda Tirthaji's stay in Delhi-NCR, interested individuals can learn about the compatibility of science and spirituality through his teachings on Brahmavidya, the Science of Self-knowledge (education-and-self-development). By emphasizing the shared goal of seeking truth, Swami Nirviseshananda Tirthaji bridges the perceived gap between science and spirituality (science).
