Spiritual Nature of Hinduism
As demonstrated in the Hindu teachings of the spiritual nature of the caste system
"homo religiosus" does evolve. This topic incorporates many different aspects of
Hinduism. "Mans greatness is not in what he is, but in what he makes possible."
(Aurobindo300). Throughout this paper, man's atman and it's quest for Nirvana will be
explored. As well as man's journey through reincarnation, his need to evolve, and his
desire to reconnect to his inner self.
When life is aware of itself the journey has truly begun. Like a pot of boiling water a
man's lives are always turning. Their souls embark on a journey, just as the bubbles set
out towards the surface. This surface is known as Nirvana. Inside each human is a soul,
or atman, capable of reaching Nirvana. This soul is encased in a body. Every human
body truly becomes the instrument, for the body is known as jiva. Eventually, as man is
reincarnated he endures the four levels of desire, which ultimately lead to Moksha.
Moksha is desired by all Hindu's because this release will bring them to Nirvana.
Throughout this course of life the soul matures and evolves. Each step of the process
brings man closer to the inner self. He is allowed to reconnect to the source and break the
Once a man has realized his goal he must go through the four levels of desire. At first,
he will seek wealth and material possessions, but eventually yearn for more. Next, he will
desire success and authority. He will want his karma to be of a high standing. However,
these to will not sustain permanent happiness, for they are very finite. Later, through his
lives he will strive for worldly success, but like history it will eventually fade. "There
comes a time when one asks, even of Shakespeare, even of Beethoven, is this all"
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