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What is the ultimate goal of life (moksha) according to Sanatana Dharma?

Moksha marks the final stop on the endless ride of samsara. It’s not about stacking up credentials or accumulating likes; moksha is the soul’s reunion with the ultimate reality, where individual consciousness merges with Brahman. This liberation dissolves ignorance—avidya—that acts like blinders on perception.

Sanatana Dharma sees the self (Atman) as inherently pure and eternal. Karmic debts, propelled by desire and aversion, keep the soul spinning in cycles of birth, death, and rebirth. Breaking free means extinguishing karmic causes: craving and the ego-based identity. Practices like jnana (wisdom), bhakti (devotion), karma yoga (selfless action) and raja yoga (mental discipline) become tools to purify the mind’s lens. In an era of Instagram mindfulness retreats and AI-driven meditation apps, these time-tested paths still point toward the same North Star.

The Bhagavad Gita likens the liberated soul to a lamp unaffected by wind; calm amid chaos. Today, that inner stability strikes a chord with anyone craving resilience in a world of 24/7 news cycles and climate anxiety—proof that moksha’s relevance remains undimmed. Beyond fleeting dopamine hits and career milestones, moksha embodies the pearl beyond price: perfect freedom, unconditional bliss, and unshakable knowledge of true nature.

Like the final episode of a gripping series, moksha wraps up the spiritual journey in a way no sequel can match. This ultimate goal molds life choices, values, and perspectives, turning each moment into a step toward an eternal homecoming.