previous life; past life
Buddhist term referring to a previous existence in the cycle of rebirth. Often used in discussions of karma and reincarnation.
See also: 前世 (ぜんせ)
In Buddhism, it is believed that actions in a past life influence one's present circumstances.
Compound of 過去 (kako, 'past') and 生 (sei, 'life'), used in Buddhist contexts to refer to a previous existence.