Maya refers to the illusory nature of phenomenal existence that veils the ultimate reality. The Mandukya Upanishad describes maya as neither real nor unreal, but indescribable (anirvachaniya).
Maya operates through two powers:
Modern cognitive science parallels this concept in studies of perception, consciousness, and reality construction by the brain. Understanding maya helps transcend limited perspectives and recognize deeper truths beyond surface appearances.
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