self renunciation

/ˌsɛlfrɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The act of giving up one's own desires, interests, or comforts for the sake of others or for a higher purpose.
    • Her self-renunciation was evident when she donated her savings to the children's hospital.
    • In some cultures, self-renunciation is seen as a noble path to spiritual growth.
    • The monk's life of self-renunciation inspired many visitors to the monastery.
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