Common Nouns Lexicon

A basilica-cathedral is a church that holds both the status of a basilica and a cathedral, thus possessing dual religious and architectural significance.

The term bhakti refers, in Hinduism, to a form of devotion based on personal attachment and a direct relationship between the devotee and the deity.

Black basalt is a dense and durable volcanic rock often used in construction and artwork due to its strength and unique appearance.

The Bodhi Tree, also known as ficus religiosa, is the sacred tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment. It is a major symbol in Buddhism, representing awakening and wisdom.

In Buddhism, bodhisattvas are beings who have chosen to delay their own nirvana to assist all other beings in achieving enlightenment.

Brahmacharya is an ethical principle from Indian traditions, often understood as celibacy or self-restraint, especially in spiritual and monastic contexts.

L'âge du Bronze est une période de la préhistoire caractérisée par l'utilisation du bronze, un alliage de cuivre et d'étain, pour la fabrication d'outils et d'armes.

Buddhism is a religion and philosophy founded by Siddhartha Gautama in the 5th century BCE, centered on the pursuit of enlightenment and the cessation of suffering.

The term "Byzantine" refers to the Byzantine Empire, which arose from the eastern portion of the Roman Empire, renowned for its religious architecture such as the Hagia Sophia.

A candi is a stone shrine or temple characteristic of Hindu-Buddhist architecture in Indonesia, particularly on the island of Java. These structures were built between the 8th and 15th centuries and serve as places of worship dedicated to various deities.