Monier-Monier Williams defined this word as "that which is established or firm", logical since it is cognate with the Latin firmus. The concept of "rta" was an early formulation of it, and it embodies the principle of sat imposed on humans and gods.  In Jainist thought, it defines the active princip
Monier-Monier Williams defined this word as "that which is established or firm", logical since it is cognate with the Latin firmus. The concept of "rta" was an early formulation of it, and it embodies the principle of sat imposed on humans and gods.  In Jainist thought, it defines the active principle that keeps the universe moving, while also referring to the true teaching.  In Buddhism, it stands for the true reality of the cosmos, but the word also represents one of the three ends of life, along with pleasure or "kama" and gain or "artha."  FTP, give this term for law or righteousness, which some stupid Americans might know because it names a character played by Jenna Elfman on a forgettable sitcom.
Monier-Monier Williams defined this word as "that which is established or firm", logical since it is cognate with the Latin firmus.
dharma (accept: dhamma)