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Meaning of dharma

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

dharma

Pronunciation:/d̪ʱəɾm//ˈdɑːmə//ˈdɑɹ.mə/

noun

Definitions

  1. The natural order of the universe; natural law, cosmic order.

    Antonyms:adharma
  2. One's obligation in respect to one's position in society, one's duty.

  3. The teachings of the Buddha as one's personal path to enlightenment.

  4. The teachings of the Buddha as a practice to be promulgated and taught.