👉 Yaksha is a Sanskrit word that translates to "fear" in English. It refers to the state of being afraid, anxious or uncertain about something. In Hindu philosophy, fear is often associated with ignorance and ignorance is the root cause of all suffering. In Jainism, fear is seen as the cause of the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth due to ignorance. Fear can manifest itself in various forms such as anger, greed, hate, or even pride, which are