English Explanatory Dictionary

artha

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. One of the four aims of human life in Indian philosophy, along with dharma (righteousness), kama (desire), and moksha (liberation). The concept is variously translated, with translations including "meaning"/"purpose"/"goal" and "wealth".
name
  1. Alternative form of artha.

Word forms

artha arthas

Etymology

From Sanskrit अर्थ (artha, “wealth”).

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