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 Turiya, or "the fourth," is a Sanskrit term from Hindu philosophy (specifically the Mandukya Upanishad) describing a state of pure, non-dual consciousness that underlies and transcends the three common states: waking (jagrat), dreaming (swapna), and deep sleep (sushupti). It represents the silent, unchanging witness—the true self (Atman)—that is ever-present, offering a state of ultimate reality and liberation (jivanmukta). [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Key Aspects of Turiya:

• The Underlying Reality: Turiya is not a temporary state to enter, but the underlying, eternal reality that persists even when the mind is chaotic or inactive. It is often compared to the silence surrounding the sacred syllable Aum.
• Beyond Duality: It is a state where the observer and observed become one, erasing the subject-object divide.
• Significance: It is considered the ultimate goal in Advaita Vedanta, offering a "silent witness" experience that provides peace, bliss, and freedom from mental illusions and suffering.
• Experiencing Turiya: While often associated with the gap between thoughts, it is described as the unchanging awareness that is present both during active thought and in the silence between thoughts. It is realized through deep meditation, mindfulness, and self-inquiry. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]

Difference from Other States:

• Waking: Extrovert consciousness.
• Dreaming: Introvert consciousness.
• Deep Sleep: Unconscious/dense consciousness.
• Turiya: Pure awareness, untouched by the limitations of the body, mind, or ego. [1, 2]

It is not a state that is attained, but rather recognized as one's true nature, acting as a "beacon of clarity" against the illusions of everyday existence. [1, 2]