NOUN | artifact | mandala | any of various geometric designs (usually circular) symbolizing the universe |
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Sounds | maa'dahlah | |
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Rhymes | Abila ... Zola: 109 rhymes with lah... |
Meaning | Any of various geometric designs (usually circular) symbolizing the universe; used chiefly in Hinduism and Buddhism as an aid to meditation. | |
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Category | Buddhism | The teaching of Buddha that life is permeated with suffering caused by desire, that suffering ceases when desire ceases, and that enlightenment obtained through right conduct and wisdom and meditation / meditation releases one from desire and suffering and rebirth |
Hinduism, Hindooism | A body of religious and philosophical beliefs and cultural practices native to India and based on a caste system | |
Broader | design, pattern, figure | A decorative or artistic work |
Spanish | mandala | |
Catalan | mandala |
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