Dharma

Definition: Dharma is a Sanskrit word and concept with different meanings in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.

1. Hinduism (also known as sanatana dharma): Dharma is law that tells individuals how to behave and is one of the 4 ends of life. Dharma varies with caste.
2. Buddhism: Dharma is a truth for everyone and one of the 3 jewels (Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha 'community').
3. Jainism: Dharma is a moral virtue and an eternal substance.

Source:
Dharma. (2009). In Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved February 17, 2009, from Encyclopædia Britannica Online: http://www.search.eb.com/eb/article-9030214

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