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An Introduction to Dharma

By FindCenter — 2022

In one sentence, dharma is an important religious concept generally referring to a law or principle that governs the universe. The word “dharma” comes from the Sanskrit root word dhri, which means “to hold,” “to maintain,” or “to preserve.” Dharma has multiple meanings in the Hindu, Buddhist, and related religious traditions.

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