Atman is the Sanskrit word for “self” and “breath.” It refers to the Hindu concept of the soul, a universal self or eternal personality. Atman either transmigrates to a new life or attains release after death. Atman is part of the universal Brahman, the reality underlying all phenomena, can commune or fuse with it. According to Hindu philosophy, the self or Atman is ultimately identical with the supreme reality of Brahman. Attaining Moksha means realizing this identity and becoming one with the divine. This state is characterized by a profound sense of peace, joy,and unity with all of creation
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