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That’s a great summary! Let’s go ahead and organize this into a comparison table to highlight the two views—Absolute (Monistic) versus Relative (Ethical Engagement). Here we go:
| Aspect | Absolute View (Monism) | Relative View (Ethical Engagement) |
|---|---|---|
| Core Reality | Only the Self (Atman) is real. | Both Self and world have relative reality. |
| Suffering | Suffering is an illusion; it arises from misidentification. | Suffering is real in relative terms and needs ethical response. |
| Ethical Action | No action is needed; the world is a dream. | Service to others (social action) is a valid spiritual practice. |
| Focus of Concern | Only the Self; the world is unreal. | The world is real in its own sphere and can be improved by action. |
| Dream Analogy | The world is like a dream; only the Self is real. | The dream analogy is a teaching tool; relative action still matters. |
| Social Ethics | Detached from social ethics; the sage does not intervene. | Social service is a form of sadhana; it purifies the mind. |
| Role of God | God is the creator; He manages the world. | God works through the self-realized being who acts selflessly. |
| Ethical Consistency | Inconsistent: sometimes passive, sometimes silent influence. | Consistent: ethics arise naturally when acting beyond ego. |
| Influence on Neo-Hinduism | Ramana’s view aligns with some monistic and tantric schools. | Aurobindo, neo-Hinduism, stresses active social duty. |
This table lays out the core contrasts. If you’d like to explore any of these aspects in more detail or add more thinkers, let me know!
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