Common Nouns Lexicon

A chatra is an architectural symbol in Buddhist art and architecture, often depicted as an umbrella or parasol.

Chedis are bell-shaped structures or stupas commonly found in Thai Buddhist temples, often used to house sacred relics.

A chhatri is a dome-shaped pavilion typical of Indo-Islamic and Rajput architecture, often used as a decorative or funerary element.

Chogyal is a Tibetan royal title usually translated as “religious king” or “Dharma king”. It refers to a ruler whose political authority is associated with the protection of Buddhism.

A chorten is a type of Buddhist stupa originating in the Himalayas, primarily found in Tibet, Nepal, and the Himalayan regions of India. These structures symbolize the mind of Buddha and serve as sites for meditation and religious celebration.

Chowkhang generally refers to the main prayer hall within a Buddhist monastery or temple, where monks gather for prayers and rituals.

Christianity is a monotheistic religion founded in the 1st century CE, based on the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth.

The Churning of the Ocean of Milk is a central myth in Hindu mythology, describing the quest of gods and demons to obtain amrita, the elixir of immortality. This story symbolizes the struggle between good and evil and is often depicted in Hindu art and architecture.

A co-cathedral is a church that shares the duties of a cathedral within a diocese.

Corinthian columns are a type of classical column characterized by capitals decorated with acanthus leaves. They are one of the three classical orders of Greek and Roman architecture, alongside Doric and Ionic orders.