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Maitri

मैत्री
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Friendship or amity in Indian culture.

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Meaning & usage

Maitri is a Sanskrit and Hindi term meaning friendship or amity. It is often used in spiritual and philosophical contexts to denote loving-kindness and goodwill towards others. In Buddhism, 'maitri' is one of the four immeasurables, emphasizing compassion and benevolence.

In a sentence

The concept of maitri is central to many spiritual teachings, promoting peace and harmony.

As seen in crosswords

Maitri is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:

“Friendship or amity in Indian culture” (6)

Category: Concept Origin: Sanskrit Script: Hindi

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