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Akasha is a Sanskrit word directly meaning clear sky

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Frequently invoked by modern practitioners to describe a massive cosmic database, the literal root is far simpler. It translates directly to open space or sky. It represents the fundamental backdrop of reality, proving that the most profound esoteric concepts are often just descriptions of the literal atmosphere.

Akasha is a Sanskrit word directly meaning clear sky
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