I. Who is Brahman in Hinduism? Brahman is considered to be the ultimate reality and the source of all existence in Hinduism. It is often compared to the Western concept of God and is considered to be the ultimate force that created and sustains the universe. Unlike traditional notions of God, however, Brahman is not seen as a personal deity but rather as an impersonal force or substance that pervades all of existence. II. Characteristics of Brahman Brahman is described as being eternal, unchanging, and infinite. It is seen as being beyond time and space and as the source of all that exists. Brahman is also described as being pure consciousness and is often referred to as the self-luminous light that illuminates all things. The Hindu scriptures, such as the Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita, are filled with references to Brahman and describe it as being the underlying essence of everything that exists in the universe. III. The Ultimate Goal of Hinduism: Attaining Union with Brahman The c...