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Feb 28, 2026 19 min

Big Bang—A Fresh Perspective

from Science Meets Vedanta Hosted by Jayant Kapatker

According to scientific understanding, the Big Bang occurred approximately 13.7 billion years ago, marking the origin of our universe. The prevailing theory suggests a point of singularity erupted with extraordinary force, giving rise to the countless galaxies that populate the cosmos. Despite its widespread acceptance, the Big Bang theory leaves several fundamental questions unanswered. These unresolved questions highlight the challenges and limitations of the current scientific explanation. In this episode, I will explore these questions through the lens of Vedanta. Drawing upon its teachings, I offer a fresh and thought-provoking perspective on the Big Bang, addressing the mysteries that science has yet to unravel. 1. The Source of the Big Bang 2. The Present Location of the Source 3. The Nature of the Initial Point 4. The Big Bang—A Fresh Perspective We look forward to hear back from you! For questions or feedback please email us at [email protected]

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According to scientific understanding, the Big Bang occurred approximately 13.7 billion years ago, marking the origin of our universe. The prevailing theory suggests a point of singularity erupted with extraordinary force, giving rise to the countless galaxies that populate the cosmos. Despite its widespread acceptance, the Big Bang theory leaves several fundamental questions unanswered. These unresolved questions highlight the challenges and limitations of the current scientific explanation....

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