moksha

Moksha is a central concept in Indian religions, representing liberation from the cycle of rebirths and the attainment of eternal peace.

Moksha, also known as mukti, is a Sanskrit term that signifies liberation from the cycle of rebirths (samsara) and the attainment of the ultimate state of peace and eternal bliss. This concept is central in Indian religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism. In Hinduism, moksha is considered one of the four goals of human life, the others being dharma (duty), artha (wealth), and kama (desire). Achieving moksha means freeing oneself from all material and emotional attachments, transcending karma, and realizing unity with the divine. In Jainism, moksha is attained through a life of purity, non-violence, and renunciation. Jains believe that the liberated soul reaches siddhashila, a state of eternal perfection. The concept of moksha is also important in Buddhism, although referred to as nirvana, which represents the cessation of suffering and the extinction of desire.