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# Definition of Essence - Another angle
- URL: https://www.dropsofdharma.com/definition-of-essence-another-angle/
- Published: 2017-09-26T09:45:16.000Z
- Updated: 2017-10-26T09:10:38.000Z
- Author: Timothy
- Tags: Buddhism, compassion, happy, philosophy, #wordpress, #Import 2025-06-01 12:12

## Definition, function and goal of Essence 

**Definition of Essence:** 

- Means original.
- Does not change. Does not come from combination, in fact it cannot come from anywhere – from itself or others.
- Cannot be created or destroyed.
- Can be described but cannot be pointed out.
- Can be aware when consciousness is not trapped in awareness boundary.
- Also can be named Pure Observing Force and True Heart or True Illusion.

**Function:** 

Potential capability to be used in a or many directions.

**Goal:** 

Has three parts: 

- Mental goal, which is always in the future.
- Subconscious goal, which is always in the present.
- Hidden consciousness goal, which is timeless.

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