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The Pali word for impermanence, anicca, is a compound word consisting of "a" meaning non-, and "nicca" meaning "constant, continuous, permanent". [1] While 'nicca' is the concept of continuity and permanence, 'anicca' refers to its exact opposite; the absence of permanence and continuity. The term is synonymous with the Sanskrit term anitya (a ...
Avidyā is a Sanskrit word whose literal meaning is ignorance, misconceptions, misunderstandings, incorrect knowledge, and it is the opposite of Vidya. [1] It is used extensively in Hindu texts, including the Upanishads , and in other Indian religions such as Buddhism and Jainism , particularly in the context of metaphysical reality.
Unclean may refer to: Unclean animals, those whose consumption or handling is labeled a taboo; Unclean food, in Jewish dietary custom; Ritually impure, in various religions; Unclean hands, a term in contract law; Unclean, a 1998 album by Rorschach Test "Unclean" (song), from 1984; Unclean spirit, in Christianity; Unclean vocals, in metal or ...
Ahankar, commonly rendered as Hankaar or Hankār (Punjabi: ਹੰਕਾਰ, pronunciation: [ɦaunkäːaɝ]) based upon its pronunciation in Punjabi, is a Gurmukhi word originating from the Sanskrit word Ahankāra (Sanskrit: अहंकार) which translates to mean "ego" or "excessive pride" due to one's possessions, material wealth, spirituality, beauty, talents, physical strength ...
The Federal Reserve’s top banking regulator Michael Barr will step down from his position in February, saying that "the risk of a dispute over the position could be a distraction from our mission."
Public health experts are warning of a ‘quad-demic’ this winter. Here’s where flu, COVID, RSV, and norovirus are spreading
(Used in Indian & Pakistani) Used in the subcontinent to describe a person of Oriental (Chinese, Japanese etc.) origin. Word is derived from Hindi 'chapata' meaning 'flat', used to refer to flat nose and facial features Chapetón / chapetona (Latin America) adjective and noun: a newly-arrived person from Europe. [6] Chapín
The NFL's playoff picture will be set in stone by the end of the day on Sunday. Here's a look at how the NFL playoff bracket looks in Week 18.