EXILE

Exile refers to the state of being barred from one’s native country or home, often as a result of political or social circumstances. It can involve individuals being forced to leave due to persecution, conflict, or a desire to escape oppressive regimes. Exile can also apply to self-imposed separation, where a person chooses to leave their homeland for personal, intellectual, or artistic reasons. The concept encompasses both the physical act of leaving and the emotional experience of dislocation and longing for one’s homeland. Exile can lead to significant changes in identity and culture as individuals adapt to new environments while often yearning for their lost home.