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sadhu

 

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Noun sadhu has 1 sense
  1. sadhu, saddhu - (Hinduism) an ascetic holy man
    --1 is a kind of Hindu, Hindoo

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Sadhu

A sadhu is a holy person or ascetic who has renounced the material world in search of spiritual enlightenment.

In Hinduism, a sadhu is often associated with the religious practice of renunciation and wandering. They lead a simple and austere lifestyle, usually living in forests, caves, or ashrams.

Example sentences:

  1. The sadhu meditated peacefully under a tree, detached from the worries of the world.
  2. Many people seek the blessings of the sadhu, believing in their ability to bring divine intervention.
  3. Despite his outward appearance, the sadhu possessed immense wisdom and knowledge.
  4. She encountered a group of sadhus during her spiritual journey through India.

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