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The Sanskrit word “Abhinivesa” (अभिनिवेश) can be broken down and analyzed in terms of its roots and meaning:
1. Word Breakdown
अभि (abhi) – a prefix meaning “towards,” “upon,” or “intensely”.
निवेश (nivesha) – derived from √nī (नि) + vish (विश), meaning:
√nī (नि) – “to lead, to direct, to enter”
vish / visha (विश) – “to settle, to dwell, to reside”
Combined: nivesha = clinging, dwelling, settling
2. Literal Meaning
Abhinivesa = abhi + nivesha → “intense clinging” or “strong attachment.”
Contextually in Yoga Sutras:
Refers to the instinctive clinging to life or the fear of death and impermanence.
Even the wise are affected by it, because it is deeply rooted in survival instinct.
3. Semantic Essence
Attachment (to life, body, possessions, or identity)
Fear of mortality or change
Persistent and subtle Klesa influencing behavior and thought
Summary
Abhinivesa = अभि (toward/intensely) + निवेश (dwelling/clinging) = intense clinging.
It is the fifth Klesa in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, representing the instinctive fear of death or impermanence, even in enlightened individuals.
If you want, I can also create a simple visual Sanskrit root map of all 5 Klesas, showing each word, its roots, and literal meaning — perfect for quick memorization.
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