matha

/mæθɑː/

Definitions

1. noun

a Sanskrit term referring to the divine mother or the ultimate reality

“In Hinduism, the divine mother is often referred to as matha.”

2. noun

a term used in some Eastern spiritual traditions to describe the divine feminine principle

“The concept of matha is central to the teachings of some Eastern spiritual leaders.”

Synonyms

  • divine mother
  • ultimate reality

Antonyms

  • divine father
  • male principle