Soul
Soul
The Soul (/soʊl/), from Old English sáwol, sáwel, is a term used in various religious, philosophical, and mythological contexts to describe an incorporeal essence of a living being.
Etymology
The word "soul" originates from Old English sáwol, sáwel, which itself comes from Proto-Germanic *saiwalō. The term can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root *saiwelo, meaning "binding, tying together".
Definition
In many religious, philosophical, and mythological traditions, the soul is the incorporeal essence of a living being. It is often considered immortal and divine. In these contexts, the soul is usually associated with consciousness, personality, and individuality.
Related Terms
- Spirit: Often used interchangeably with "soul," but in some contexts, it may refer to a specific aspect of the soul or a type of soul.
- Consciousness: The state of being aware; in some philosophies and religions, it is considered a component or function of the soul.
- Afterlife: The concept of a realm or the realm itself, in which the essential part of an individual's identity or their consciousness continues to exist after the death of the body.
- Reincarnation: The philosophical or religious concept that an aspect of a living being starts a new life in a different physical body or form after each biological death.
- Transmigration: A doctrine of reincarnation—after death, the soul moves on to inhabit another body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Soul
- Wikipedia's article - Soul
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