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What is spirituality
Quick Answer
Spirituality refers to the inner experience and pursuit of understanding the self (atma) and its relationship with the ultimate reality or truth. It involves values, ethics, moral elevation, and intuitive insight that connect a person to a higher or sacred dimension beyond the ordinary material world. In the context of Jain philosophy, spirituality (अध्यात्म) is the intellectual and experiential quest for self-knowledge and liberation, emphasizing moral conduct, self-discipline, and realization of the soul's true nature.
Detailed Answer
Spirituality refers to the inner experience and pursuit of understanding the self (atma) and its relationship with the ultimate reality or truth. It involves values, ethics, moral elevation, and intuitive insight that connect a person to a higher or sacred dimension beyond the ordinary material world. In the context of Jain philosophy, spirituality (अध्यात्म) is the intellectual and experiential quest for self-knowledge and liberation, emphasizing moral conduct, self-discipline, and realization of the soul's true nature.
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