Common Nouns Lexicon

Mahawihan refers to a "great monastery" in the context of Buddhist temples.

Mahayana is a major branch of Buddhism that emphasizes universal compassion and the aspiration to achieve enlightenment for the benefit of all sentient beings.

The makara is a mythical aquatic creature in Hindu and Buddhist art, often hybrid (crocodile, elephant, fish) and linked to protection and abundance.

The Mammisi is an architectural structure associated with divine birth rituals in ancient Egypt, primarily dedicated to the celebration of the birth of gods.

A mandapa is an open or semi-open structure in a Hindu temple, often used as an entrance hall or prayer hall.

A mandir is a Hindu temple, a place of worship and prayer where Hindu devotees come to venerate their deities.

The Manueline style is a Portuguese architectural style from the late 15th and early 16th centuries, characterized by rich and complex decoration, incorporating maritime elements and symbols from the Age of Discoveries.

The maristan was a hospital in the medieval Islamic world, providing treatment for both physical and mental illnesses while serving as a center for medical education.

Mastabas are ancient Egyptian funerary tombs, characterized by a rectangular structure with a flat roof and sloping walls. They were mainly used for the burials of nobles and high officials.

A mausoleum is a grand funerary monument built to house the remains of an important person. Often richly decorated, it serves to commemorate and honor the memory of the deceased.