Sankhata

Sankhata is a fancy word used in Buddhism to describe everything that is created or made up, like Lego blocks or Play-Doh. Just like when you play with Lego and you can build many different things, everything in the world is made up of different parts that are put together in different ways.

So, when we talk about sankhata, we mean all the things we see, hear, touch, taste, and smell, as well as ideas and thoughts that we have. All of these things are made up of smaller pieces, just like Lego blocks, and they come together to form the world we know.

However, in Buddhism, it's also important to remember that everything that is made up can also be un-made or disassembled. This is because nothing in the world is permanent - just like when you take apart your Lego creation and make a new one.

So, while sankhata includes everything we experience, it's also a reminder that nothing lasts forever and everything can be changed or taken apart.