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    Atman

    आत्मन्

    The innermost Self or essence of an individual, identical with the universal Spirit. The imperishable Divine within – the ultimate essence that is neither born nor dies. The true Self beyond ego and mind, often equated with Brahman.

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    Self archetype
    Real I
    essence
    Brahman
    individuation

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