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atman

/ætˈmæn/ noun · British & US
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What does atman mean?

noun

In Hinduism and Buddhism, the atman is the individual self or soul, often considered to be a spark of the divine. It is the essence or core of a person's being.

Example

"The concept of atman is central to many Eastern spiritual traditions, where it is seen as the key to achieving enlightenment and liberation."

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