samastama

Samastama is a Sanskrit term that refers to a state of oneness or unity. It is often used in spiritual and philosophical contexts to describe a condition where an individual's consciousness is unified with the universal consciousness or the divine. In this state, the distinctions between the self and the external world dissolve, and the individual experiences a sense of complete identification with the universe.

In Hinduism and other Eastern spiritual traditions, samastama is often associated with advanced spiritual states such as samadhi and sahaj samadhi. It is said to be characterized by a profound sense of peace, bliss, and freedom from the limitations of the ego. This state is often described as a direct experience of reality, untainted by the distortions of the mind and emotions.

Samastama is also described as a state of non-duality, where the distinctions between subject and object, self and other, dissolve. In this state, the individual experiences a sense of unity and interconnectedness with all things. This concept is closely related to other spiritual concepts such as advaita, which emphasizes the ultimate unity of all existence.

In Buddhist teachings, samastama is sometimes referred to as the "trance of oneness". It is said to be a state in which the practitioner experiences a sense of unity with all phenomena, free from attachment and aversion. This state is often seen as a temporary experience, which can be cultivated through meditation and other spiritual practices.