moksa
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Spiritual freedom from the cycle of being born and dying
- noun
- /ˈmoʊksə/
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moksha
- Achieving moksa is the ultimate goal for many Hindus.
Examples
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Achieving moksa is considered the ultimate goal of human existence in Hindu belief.
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Many Hindus seek to attain moksa through spiritual practice and self-realization.
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The concept of moksa is central to several Indian philosophies.
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Moksa is freedom from the cycle of birth.
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Achieving moksa is considered the ultimate goal of human existence in Hindu belief.
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Many Hindus seek to attain moksa through spiritual practice and self-realization.
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The concept of moksa is central to several Indian philosophies.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Moksa comes from the Sanskrit moksha, which grows from the root muc- meaning 'to release' or 'let go'. So in Hindu thought moksa is being set 'free' from the cycle of birth and death — spiritual 'freedom' or liberation.