noun
- Plural of atma; in Hindu and Buddhist philosophy, the eternal soul or self of a person.
Usage: Also spelled 'atman' (singular) or 'atmans' (plural).; Religious/philosophical term from Sanskrit.; Often capitalized in formal contexts.
Examples
- In Hindu philosophy, atmas are believed to be eternal and indestructible.
- The concept of atmas is central to understanding reincarnation in Eastern religions.
- Many spiritual traditions teach that atmas transmigrate from one body to another.
- The atmas of all living beings are considered interconnected in some interpretations of Vedanta.
- Yoga practitioners often focus on connecting with their atmas through meditation.