Taking a break from the extensive Śiva Purāṇa series, we go into the deep meaning of ĀŪṀkara and its identity with Śiva. The amazing Mūṇḍaka Upaniṣad reveals the deep connection between ĀŪṀ and the four states of consciousness. This mini-series will investigate (vicāra) the path of consciousness leading to complete Self-realization.