Sacchidananda

Sanskrit compound word denoting the
three generally accepted attributes of
the supreme Brahman (the Ultimate
Reality of the universe according to
some Hindu traditions): being (sat),
consciousness (chit), and bliss (ananda).
The differences between the form of the
individual words and their form in the
compound are the result of sandhi or
euphonic combination.
In certain Hindu philosophical traditions, but particularly in the Advaita
Vedanta school, the supreme Brahman
is considered the Ultimate Reality
behind all things. Although Brahman is
considered to be without particular
qualities, these three attributes are
believed to be inseparable from its very
nature. It has the attribute of being,
because it is the reality from which all
other “being” comes. In the same way, it
is consciousness, as the source of all
conscious thought. Finally, bliss proceeds from its perfection, which is ultimate and complete.