Atmas

/ˈɑtməz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of atma; multiple eternal souls or spiritual essences in Hindu and Buddhist traditions.

Etymology

Regular English pluralization of 'atma,' using the '-s' suffix.

Kelly Says

You'll see both 'atmas' and 'atmans' in English texts—'atma' is often preferred in shorter translations while 'atman' appears more in serious academic philosophy, but they mean the same thing!

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