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samskara

/sæmskɑːrə/ noun · British & US
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What does samskara mean?

noun

In Buddhism, a samskara is a mental or emotional impression that influences an individual's thoughts, words, and actions. It can also refer to a habitual pattern of behavior or a mental tendency.

Example

"The monk's samskara of compassion and kindness was evident in his selfless service to the community."

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