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dharma in Malay

darma

/ˈdɑː.mə/

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South Asia/d̪hərm(ɑ)/

dharma in Malay: darma. In English, dharma means the natural order of the universe; natural law, cosmic order.

Malay words for dharma

teachings of the Buddha
darma
principle that orders the universe
darma

English meaning of dharma

  1. noun The natural order of the universe; natural law, cosmic order.
  2. noun One's obligation in respect to one's position in society, or the universe; one's duty, societally or cosmically.
  3. noun The teachings of the Buddha as one's personal path to enlightenment.
  4. noun The teachings of the Buddha as a practice to be promulgated and taught.

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Questions about dharma in Malay

What is the meaning of dharma in Malay?
Dharma in Malay is darma.
Apakah maksud dharma dalam bahasa Melayu?
Dharma: darma.
What does dharma mean in English?
Dharma means the natural order of the universe; natural law, cosmic order.

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