pure of heart; serene; clear heart-fire
Meanings
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serene and worry-free; peaceful and unburdened
Describes a state of mental tranquility without worldly concerns.
After resign from office, he returned to the countryside and lived a serene life.
Practicing with a pure heart is the daily routine of monks.
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She studied diligently with a tranquil mind in this remote town for three years.
verb
to purify the mind; to cleanse the heart of desires
Often used in religious or self-cultivation contexts to describe the active process of clearing the mind.
The ancients believed that purifying the heart and limiting desires is the way to health.
You need to calm down and cultivate your character by purifying your mind.
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Zen meditation helps us eliminate distracting thoughts and achieve a state of mental purity.
verb
to clear heart-fire (TCM); to purge heat from the heart channel
technicalSpecific to Traditional Chinese Medicine, referring to eliminating excess heat or 'fire' from the heart system to treat symptoms like insomnia, mouth ulcers, or irritability.
This Chinese herb can clear heart-fire and brighten the eyes, suitable for people who overuse their eyes.
Traditional Chinese Medicine suggests brewing tea with lotus plumules to help clear heart-fire and calm the spirit.
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Clearing heart-fire and purging heat is a common treatment for canker sores and mouth ulcers.