Meaning & Definition of word "Samsara"

noun:

• 1. In Hinduism and Buddhism, the cycle of birth, life, death, and rebirth.
  • Example: The concept of samsara teaches that all beings are trapped in a cycle of suffering until they attain enlightenment.
• 2. The continuous cycle of existence characterized by the transmigration of souls.
  • Example: Many believe that understanding samsara is essential to achieving liberation from worldly attachments.
• 3. The state of living in the material world, often associated with suffering and impermanence.
  • Example: In his teachings, the monk discussed how to transcend samsara by letting go of desires.