The universal mind, also known as the collective consciousness or noosphere, refers to a concept in philosophy, psychology, and spirituality that suggests the existence of a shared consciousness or intelligence that connects all living beings. This idea posits that individual minds are interconnected and contribute to a larger, overarching mental sphere. The term is often used in discussions about collective human experience, telepathy, and the interconnectedness of all things. In Hebrew, the concept can be translated as המוח האוניברסלי (ha-moach ha-universali). In Sanskrit, it is sometimes referred to as चेतना (chetana), meaning "consciousness" or "awareness." The universal mind is a central theme in various philosophical and spiritual traditions, including those of Carl Jung, who described the collective unconscious, and Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, who coined the term "noosphere" to describe the sphere of human thought. The concept also appears in Eastern philosophies, such as Advaita Vedanta, which emphasizes the oneness of all existence.