moksha
/ˈmoʊkʃə/
EN
In Indian religions like Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, moksha is the ultimate spiritual goal of liberation from the cycle of rebirth and reincarnation (samsara), freeing one from all worldly suffering and attachment.
Many spiritual seekers strive to attain moksha through righteous living and self-realization.
Etymology
The word comes from Sanskrit mokṣa, derived from the root muc meaning 'to release, to let go'. It entered English usage in the 18th century through the study of Indian religious traditions.