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Nirvana

usgb/nɪrˈvɑːnə/Volume
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Buddhist Goal

Nirvana is the ultimate goal in Buddhism, symbolizing freedom from all worldly suffering.

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He left his corporate job to seek nirvana through a monastic life.
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Not Heaven

Nirvana differs from the Christian concept of heaven as it represents an extinguishing of desire, not an eternal paradise.

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She explained that nirvana is not a place but a state of being.
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Metaphorical Use

Nirvana is often used metaphorically to describe a serene state or experience.

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After a long hike, reaching the quiet summit felt like nirvana.
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