dharma

• Nom désignant les principes fondamentaux de l'univers, souvent associé aux traditions hindoues, bouddhistes et jaïnes ; peut aussi désigner un ancien sage de la mythologie hindoue, vénéré comme divinité dans certaines communautés.

A noun referring to the fundamental principles of the cosmos, often associated with Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions; it can also denote an ancient sage in Hindu mythology worshipped as a deity by some communities.

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1. Cosmic principleC1formal

   The fundamental law or principle that governs the order and harmony of the universe in Indian religions.

   Principe cosmique

   • In Hinduism, dharma is the moral law that sustains the cosmos.
   • Buddhism teaches that following dharma leads to enlightenment.
   • The concept of dharma is central to many Eastern philosophies.

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2. Deity or sageC2formal

   An ancient sage in Hindu mythology, sometimes worshipped as a god, particularly by certain communities.

   Dharma (sage divinisé)

   • Dharma is revered as a divine figure in some Hindu traditions.
   • The sage Dharma is often depicted in ancient texts as a wise being.
   • Some lower castes worship Dharma as a god for guidance and protection.