ओम् श्रीगुरुभ्यो नम: In this topic, we examine some misconceptions prevalent among students of Vedanta, examine the difference between Indirect and Direct Knowledge (Parokṣa and Aparokṣa Jñānam) and then discuss whether Śabda (words of Vedanta) produce Parokṣa or Aparokṣa Jñanam.