This paper examines several
different interpretations of Nirvana. The author begins with a concise
definition of Nirvana,
from Sanskrit. It examines
different forms of Buddhism and details their individual definitions of Nirvana and what is means to attain this state. The paper then delves into the writings on the subject and analyzes Nirvana and how they relate to the teachings of Buddha. The author tries to determine whether or not Nirvana actually exists in a common form that people can understand and define.