cycle of rebirth
Noun 1. A concept of repeated reincarnation: In Hinduism and some other dharmic religions, the "cycle of rebirth" refers to the continuous process of a soul being born, dying, and being reborn again into a new physical form or life. This cycle is often seen as a fundamental aspect of existence that is governed by karma. 2. Samsara: This term is a direct synonym for the cycle of rebirth, representing the worldly realm of repeated birth, death, and suffering from which spiritual liberation is sought.
The term is used as a singular noun phrase to describe the metaphysical process of reincarnation. * The ultimate spiritual goal in Hinduism is to achieve moksha, or liberation from the cycle of rebirth. * According to Buddhist philosophy, the cycle of rebirth (samsara) is perpetuated by ignorance and desire. * The concept of a cycle of rebirth is central to understanding doctrines of karma.
- To be trapped/stuck in the cycle of rebirth: This phrase emphasizes the state of being bound to this process, often viewed as a condition of suffering or spiritual limitation.
- The soul is believed to be trapped in the cycle of rebirth until it attains enlightenment.
- To break/escape/transcend the cycle of rebirth: This describes the ultimate spiritual objective of liberation ( or ).
- Meditation and righteous living are paths to escape the endless cycle of rebirth.
- Samsara (n): The cycle of rebirth; the world of ordinary experience characterized by suffering and impermanence.
- Reincarnation (n): The rebirth of a soul in a new body, which is the fundamental event within the cycle.
- Transmigration (n): The passing of a soul from one body to another, often used synonymously with reincarnation in this context.
- Wheel of life
- Round of existence
- Samsara
- The wheel of samsara: A metaphorical phrase describing the cyclical nature of rebirth.
- The teachings aim to help beings get off the wheel of samsara.
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(Hinduism) repeated rebirth in new forms
