（asam!skrta）; 'unconditioned'， 'uncreated.' That which is not arisen on the basis of causes and conditions. That which is unconnected with the relationship of cause and effect. Absolutely eternal true reality which transcends arising-changing-cessation. Another name for nirva^na or tathata^. This was originally an important technical term in Taoism. In Abhidharma there are three types of unconditioned; in Yoga^ca^ra， there are six types.