Aditya Angiras*, Shrikant Angiras
Panjab University, Chandigarh Sadhu Ashram, Una Road, Hoshiarpur 146021, India.
*Corresponding author: Aditya Angiras
Abstract
The Ishavasya Upanishad or simply, Isho Upanishad is a concise yet profound text within the Hindu tradition that introduces the concept of pervading reality. It asserts that everything in the universe, both moving and unmoving, is enveloped by the Divine essence, often termed as 'Ishvara' or Power Supreme. This fundamental understanding shifts one's perspective from dualistic separation to a sense of inherent unity. Recognizing this cosmic presence in all things forms the bed-rock for ethical conduct and a holistic worldview. A key teaching within the IshavasyaUpanishad revolves around the necessity of action within a detached framework. It emphasizes that one should desire to live a full life, performing necessary duties, but without clinging to the results of those actions. This balanced approach, often termed 'karma yoga', suggests that true fulfillment comes not from accumulation or possessiveness, but from performing one's part in the cosmic play with equanimity. Furthermore, the Upanishad addresses the relationship between knowledge and ignorance. It cautions against remaining solely immersed in material pursuits, labeling such a state as deep darkness. Conversely, an exclusive focus solely on abstract knowledge, without practical engagement with the world, is presented as leading to even deeper darkness. True liberation, therefore, is achieved by integrating both wisdom and action harmoniously.
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How to cite this paper
Psycho-socio and Philosophical Implications of Isa Upanishad
How to cite this paper: Aditya Angiras, Shrikant Angiras. (2026). Psycho-socio and Philosophical Implications of Isa Upanishad. Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Studies, 2(1), 56-77.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.26855/jpbs.2026.06.007