self-immolation (Meaning)

self-immolation

a deliberate and willing sacrifice of oneself often by fire

The act of self-immolation has been used as a form of political protest throughout history.
The young monk's self-immolation in Saigon shocked the world and galvanised anti-war sentiment.
The self-immolation of Buddhist monks in Vietnam was a desperate cry for peace and an end to the war.
The self-immolation of Jan Palach in Prague was a powerful symbol of resistance against Soviet oppression.
The self-immolation of Thich Quang Duc was a pivotal moment in the Buddhist struggle against the oppressive Diem regime.
The self-immolation of Tibetan monks and nuns is a form of nonviolent protest against Chinese rule.
The self-immolation of fruit vendors in Tunisia sparked the Arab Spring uprisings.
The self-immolation of Mohamed Bouazizi in Tunisia was a catalyst for change throughout the Arab world.
The self-immolation of refugee children in Nauru highlights the plight of those seeking asylum.
The self-immolation of protesters in Iran is a sign of the growing desperation and frustration of the Iranian people.

a deliberate and willing sacrifice of oneself often by fire

self-annihilation, self-flagellation, self-sacrifice, fairness, generosity, altruism, disinterestedness,neutrality, objectivity, magnanimity

self-interest, egotism, self-regard, egocentricity, egomania,selfishness, vanity, self-absorption, navel-gazing, selfness

The act of self-immolation has been used as a form of political protest throughout history.

The young monk's self-immolation in Saigon shocked the world and galvanised anti-war sentiment.

The self-immolation of Buddhist monks in Vietnam was a desperate cry for peace and an end to the war.

The self-immolation of Jan Palach in Prague was a powerful symbol of resistance against Soviet oppression.