What does TULPA mean?

Heres the entry for "tulpa": tulpa

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: In Tibetan Buddhism, a thoughtform or a being that is created through intense concentration and visualization. In modern usage, it refers to a concept in which a person creates a mental construct that can take on a life of its own.

Pronunciation (US): TOOHL-puh

Pronunciation (UK): TUL-puh

Origin and Usage: The term "tulpa" comes from Tibetan Buddhism and is derived from the Tibetan word "töpa," which means "to build" or "to construct." In the Western world, the concept of tulpa gained popularity in the 20th century through the works of Alexandra David-Néel, a French explorer and spiritualist who studied Tibetan Buddhism and wrote about her experiences in her book "Magic and Mystery in Tibet."

Synonyms: None

Related Words: None

Example Sentences:

• She had created a tulpa in her mind, a being that she could see and interact with.
• According to Tibetan Buddhism, a tulpa can be created through intense concentration and visualization.
• Some people believe that their tulpa takes on a life of its own and can even communicate with them.