astika

Etymology
From, from +.

Noun

 * 1)  A philosophical school or individual accepting certain tenets fundamental to Hinduism, by various definitions:
 * 2) The supreme authority of the Vedas.
 * 3) The existence of atman (roughly "soul").
 * 4) The existence of ishvara (a supreme deity).
 * 1) The existence of ishvara (a supreme deity).

Usage notes
The definition of is not universally agreed upon. A prime example is Buddhism; many consider it to be since it denies the authority of the Vedas and the Hindu priesthood, while other schools go as far as to consider  as an  of the god Vishnu.

Translations

 * Polish: astika

Etymology
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