The Nature of Atma and Its Relation with Bhagavan
Question: Is the ātmā a separate entity compared to Paramātmā? Answer: The ātmā has its own distinct identity. It is not absolutely identical with Paramātmā. Advaitvādīs, however, believe that ātmā and Paramātmā are ontologically one. Question: If the ātmā is an aṁśa or integral part of Paramātmā, how did it become separate? Answer: The problem