peace of mind; spiritual tranquility
A somewhat literary or philosophical term for a state of inner calm and acceptance of one's circumstances, often associated with Confucian or Buddhist thought. Not a common everyday word; more likely encountered in formal writing or discussions of traditional values.
彼はどんな逆境にあっても立命を失わなかった。
He never lost his peace of mind, no matter the adversity.
古典には立命の大切さが説かれている。
Classical texts teach the importance of spiritual tranquility.
spiritual peace and enlightenment; unperturbed mind through faith
From Chinese 立命, a Confucian term found in 『孟子』 for establishing or fulfilling one’s allotted destiny through self-cultivation.