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= Comparative Maps =
Welcome to the '''Comparative Maps''' portal.

This section focuses on cross-tradition comparisons and conceptual mapping between different spiritual, philosophical, and scientific systems. It aims to highlight similarities, differences, and structural relationships between models of consciousness, ethics, and practice.

== Core Comparative Areas ==

=== How different traditions explain the self ===
This area compares how various traditions define or interpret the self, identity, and ego.

Topics include:

* [[Ego / Self]]
* Non-self (Buddhism)
* Soul concepts (Abrahamic traditions)
* Unified self vs illusion of self (non-dual systems)

=== Meditation techniques compared ===
A comparison of meditation methods across traditions and systems, including goals, techniques, and outcomes.

Topics include:

* Focused attention vs open awareness
* Breath-based practices
* Contemplative prayer
* Energy-based meditation systems
* Non-dual awareness practices

=== Concept mapping: karma vs sin vs cause-effect ethics ===
This section compares ethical and causal frameworks across traditions.

Key concepts:

* Karma – causal moral continuity across actions and consequences
* Sin – moral violation within divine or religious law
* Natural cause-effect ethics – secular or philosophical interpretations of action and consequence

=== States of consciousness across systems ===
A comparative mapping of altered and ordinary states of consciousness across different traditions and scientific frameworks.

Includes:

* Flow states
* Meditative absorption
* Mystical experiences
* Ego dissolution
* Dream and lucid dream states
* Psychedelic states

== Purpose of Comparative Mapping ==
This portal serves to:

* Identify shared structures across traditions
* Highlight differences in interpretation and language
* Bridge scientific, psychological, and spiritual models
* Build a unified conceptual framework of consciousness

== Method of Comparison ==
Comparisons are based on:

* Functional similarities (what a practice or concept does)
* Experiential reports (how states feel subjectively)
* Symbolic interpretation (meaning systems)
* Scientific models (neuroscience and psychology)

== Related Portals ==

* [[Portal:Concepts & Models]]
* [[Portal:Practices]]
* [[Portal:Experiences & States]]
* [[Portal:Science & Interpretation]]
* [[Portal:Traditions]]

== See Also ==

* [[Consciousness]]
* [[Non-duality]]
* [[Ego / Self]]
* [[Mystical experiences]]

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