soma
/ˈsoʊmə/
noun
- The body of an organism, as distinct from the mind or spirit.
- The soma is the physical vessel that carries us through life.
- Ancient philosophers often debated the relationship between the soma and the soul.
- In yoga, we focus on the connection between the soma and the mind.
- All of an organism's cells except the reproductive cells.
- The biologist explained that the soma includes skin, muscle, and nerve cells.
- Damage to the soma can affect the entire body but not the next generation.
- Mutations in the soma are not passed to offspring.
- A mythical or ritual drink in ancient Indian culture, often associated with the gods.
- In Hindu mythology, soma was believed to grant immortality.
- The Rigveda contains many hymns praising the sacred drink soma.
- Priests prepared soma from a mysterious plant for religious ceremonies.
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