Being (noun)

1. The state or condition of existing.
2. A living creature or organism.
3. A human or animal, as opposed to a thing.
4. A person's nature or essence.
5. Something that exists or is real.

Origin:

Middle english: from old english bēon "be", of germanic origin; related to dutch zijn and german sein.

Examples:

1. The being of the universe is a mystery.
2. The being of the creature was unknown.
3. Being a teacher was her dream job.
4. The being of the plant was studied by the scientist.
5. Being kind is more important than being right.