noun
- Plural of prajna; in Buddhism and Hindu philosophy, transcendent wisdom or insight that leads to enlightenment or liberation.
Usage: Sanskrit term; religious/philosophical context; often capitalized in formal usage
Examples
- The Buddhist texts describe prajnas as the highest form of wisdom.
- Practitioners seek to develop prajnas through meditation and study.
- In Hindu philosophy, prajnas represents direct knowledge of ultimate reality.
- The concept of prajnas is central to understanding Mahayana Buddhism.
- Achieving prajnas is considered essential for breaking the cycle of rebirth.