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Definition: In Buddhism, the term prajna is used to refer to time when a person achieves some measure of insight into the true nature of reality. It is most often translated with the English word "wisdom" and constitutes one of the most fundamental parts of the Buddhist path in life.

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Alternate Spellings: aum

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