Anima Mundi is a Latin term meaning "World Soul." It refers to the idea that there is a spiritual essence that connects all living things in the universe. This concept has roots in various philosophical and religious traditions, suggesting that the universe is a single, living entity. In philosophy, particularly in the works of Plato and Aristotle, Anima Mundi represents the principle that animates the cosmos. In alchemy and mysticism, it is often seen as a source of life and consciousness, linking humanity to nature and the divine.