Parinirvana refers to the final nirvana or ultimate liberation that occurs upon the death of a fully enlightened being, such as Buddha. It represents complete freedom from suffering and rebirth.
Imagine you've been running a marathon for hours, feeling tired and exhausted. Finally, you cross the finish line and collapse with relief - that feeling of complete release from physical exertion is similar to parinirvana, where an enlightened being is finally free from the cycle of rebirth.
Nirvana: Nirvana is a state of enlightenment and liberation from suffering in Buddhism.
Samsara: Samsara refers to the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth that individuals go through until they achieve liberation.
Four Noble Truths: The Four Noble Truths are fundamental teachings in Buddhism that explain the nature of suffering and how to overcome it through achieving nirvana.
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