Definition

The condition or state of being an Arhat, which refers to a person who has attained a high level of spiritual enlightenment in Buddhism.

Example

After years of meditation and study, he finally achieved arhatship and found inner peace.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term arhatship?

Yeah, I think it refers to a state of spiritual attainment, right?

Exactly! It's fascinating how it represents the ultimate goal in Buddhism.

It really is; achieving arhatship must be an incredible journey.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Arhatship is formed from "arhat" (from Sanskrit "arhat", meaning worthy or deserving) and "-ship" (meaning the state or condition of). The term refers to the state of being an arhat, a person who has attained enlightenment in Buddhism.

Memory Tip

Think of 'arhat' meaning someone who is 'worthy' of enlightenment, and '-ship' indicating a state or condition. This helps you remember that 'arhatship' refers to the state of being worthy or enlightened.

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