kama
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• noun
In Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions, the concept of pleasure, sensual gratification, sexual desire, or aesthetic enjoyment, considered one of the four proper goals of human life.
"According to ancient Hindu texts, a fulfilled life requires the harmonious pursuit of dharma, artha, and kama."
A traditional Japanese farming implement resembling a short sickle or small scythe, widely adapted as a weapon in Okinawan martial arts.
"During the weapons demonstration, the practitioner performed a rapid sequence of strikes and blocks using a pair of kamas."
Word Nuance & Usage
The term represents two completely distinct homonyms in English: one denoting sensual desire or pleasure in Eastern philosophy, and the other referring to a traditional Japanese sickle used in martial arts.
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Word Origin & Etymology
The word has two distinct origins: the philosophical concept derives from Sanskrit 'kāma' (desire, wish, love), while the martial arts weapon derives from Japanese 'kama' (sickle).
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