manas
/ˈmɑːnəs/
noun
- In Hindu philosophy, the mind or intellect, including mental faculties such as thought, will, and emotion.
- The ancient texts describe manas as the bridge between the senses and the soul.
- In yoga, controlling the manas is essential for achieving inner peace.
- She studied the role of manas in meditation practices.
- A traditional epic poem from Central Asia, especially the Kyrgyz epic 'Manas', which tells the story of the hero Manas and his descendants.
- Scholars have analyzed the Manas for its historical and mythological themes.
- The epic of Manas is one of the longest poems in the world.
- Kyrgyz storytellers recite the Manas to preserve their cultural heritage.