| Term | perseverance |
|---|---|
| Tibetan | brtson-'grus |
| Sanskrit | virya |
| Pali | |
| Definition | (1) In Theravada, the mental factor to exert effort, constantly and courageously, in helping others and in being able to help. When practiced as a bodhisattva, it becomes a far-reaching attitude. (2) For Mahayana, see "joyful perseverance." |