Paramatman
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In Hindu theology, Paramatman or Paramātmā is the Absolute Atman or Supreme Soul or Spirit (also known as Supersoul or Oversoul) in the Vedanta and Yoga philosophies of India.
Paramatman is one of the aspects of Brahman. Paramatman is situated at the core of every individual jiva in the macrocosm. The Upanishads compare Atman and Paramatman to two birds sitting like friends on the branch of a tree (body). The Atman eats its fruits (karma), and the Paramatman only observes the Atman as a witness (sākṣin) of His friend's actions.
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See also
- Garbhodaksayi Vishnu
- Mahavishnu
- Names of God
- Patañjali
- Raja Yoga
- Sattva
- Tree of Jiva and Atman
- Anima mundi
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