Common Nouns Lexicon

A nome is a territorial division of ancient Egypt, similar to a modern district or province. Each nome was governed by a nomarch.

Nyingmapa refers to the oldest school of Tibetan Buddhism. It is known for preserving early teachings and for emphasizing tantric and meditative practices.

A nymphaeum is an architectural feature from antiquity, dedicated to the nymphs and often associated with water. Typically adorned with fountains and located near natural springs, nymphaea served as places for relaxation and worship.

The term Odia refers to both the official language of Odisha and everything related to the culture, traditions, and architecture of this Indian state.

The onager is a wild Asiatic equid, closely related to the donkey.

A pagoda is a type of tower or temple traditionally used in East and Southeast Asian cultures, characterized by its multiple eaves that flare outward.

Pali is an ancient Indo-Aryan language, best known as the language of the canonical texts of Theravada Buddhism. It has played a crucial role in preserving and transmitting Buddhist teachings.

The term “pantheist” refers to a person who adheres to pantheism, a religious or philosophical doctrine in which God is identified with the universe or seen as present in all things.

Parinirvana is a Buddhist concept that refers to the ultimate state of nirvana attained by the Buddha at his death, marking the end of his cycle of rebirths.

The peripteral plan is a Greek architectural style characterized by a temple surrounded by a single row of columns on all sides. This type of plan is typical of Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian temples.