Purusha

Purusha is a concept from ancient Indian philosophy, referring to the universal, cosmic spirit or consciousness that underlies all existence. Think of it as the pure awareness or the unchanging, eternal essence that pervades the universe, beyond individual identities or physical forms. Purusha is often contrasted with Prakriti, which is the material universe and nature. In spiritual thought, realizing the nature of Purusha involves understanding one's true self as part of this universal consciousness, leading to spiritual awakening and liberation. It represents the ultimate, unchanging reality in many Indian philosophical traditions.