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Practice Philosophy and complete notes: https://www.doorsteptutor.com/Exams/U... For long answers: https://www.doorsteptutor.com/Exams/I... Understanding the Meaning of Purusharthas Purusarthas is referred as the goal or the purpose or the end or the aim of human life. Etymologically speaking, the word purusartha can be understood as Purusha plus Artha. Meaning, purusha is the human being and artha means a purpose. They are ; 1. Dharma, 2. Artha, 3. Kama and 4. Moksha. The four purusarthas provide a holistic understanding of life in all its capacities. In other words, it represents a comprehensive approach towards the satisfaction of a man’s physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. The concept of Purusharthas in Hinduism: In Hinduism, the concept of Purusartha is of vital importance because the four purusarthas are regarded to be the goals of each and every being. It is to important to note that they are applicable for the twice-born Hindus. In other words meaning, they are only for Brahmins, Kshatriyas and Vaishyas. Historically, there were only three purusarthas accepted, they were, 1. Dharma, 2. Artha and 3. Kama. It was called tri-varga or the three categories of human pursuits. 1. Dharma: The concept of Dharma has been understood differently by a number of people;(a) some understand it as one’s duty, (b) some understand it as one’s faith. (c) some understand it as the concept of justice. (d) some understand it as the Divine Law which upholds the entire creation. 2. Artha: Artha is the second goal. It means material wealth and prosperity. Artha is considered important for the overall happiness and well being of an individual and the society. According to the scriptures, wealth is pursued for the sake of others, and not for one’s own selfish reasons. 3. Kama: The concept of kama can be understood in two ways; In the broad sense: the concept of Kama deals with mental pleasure and aesthetic enjoyment, without any sexual connotation. In the narrow sense: the concept of Kama deals with sensuous pleasure, alone. It deals with bodily or sexual gratification. 4. Moksha: Moksha is the fourth and the final objective of the human life. Moksha means liberation, emancipation, release or freedom for the cycle of rebirth that deals with suffering and pain (samsara). It is regarded as the most important objectives because it is something which leads one to the world of Brahman or closer to God. #purusharthas #dharma #artha #kama #moksha Understanding the Meaning of Purusharthas @0:06 The concept of Purusharthas in Hinduism @1:29 Dharma @2:26 Artha @3:24 Kama @4:07 Moksha @4:45 Literature in Relation to the four Purusharthas @5:38 #ugcnet #doorsteptutor #examrace