Since Isvara is so subtle as the atom, he can only be conceived by learned men. The following ten everlasting attributes are always present in Sankara — JfLana (perfect knowledge) , Vairdgya (detachment) , AUvarya ( overlordship or possession of mystic powers) , Tapas (penance), Satyam (truthfulness), Kfamd (forgiveness), Dkfti (fortitude), Draffttva