Appreciative joy at the success and good fortune of others. A term of Pali or Sanskrit origin frequently used to express a Buddhist concept. This borrowing is not common in English but not unheard of. The opposite of schadenfreude.
Even though I was relegated to second place in the art competition, the winning entry was so exquisite that my whole being swelled with mudita and I heartily congratulated the winner.
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Re: mudita
Interesting word. I'd say we could use a bit more of it in our world.
Where does the stress fall, though?
Where does the stress fall, though?
Life is like playing chess with chessmen who each have thoughts and feelings and motives of their own.
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Re: mudita
I'm guessing accent falls on the first syllable. Does that sound right to you?
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Re: mudita
Hello, Agorites, don't forget about the Hebrew word, "firgun": "to have a generous, unselfish spirit and a joy in the accomplishment of someone else". Now, if that isn't the opposite of schadenfreude, I don't know what is. Wishing everyone joy and firgun for the upcoming festive season.
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