Common Nouns Lexicon

Cubicula are funeral chambers located within catacombs, used primarily for family or group burials.

Demotic is a simplified and cursive form of Egyptian writing, used from 650 BC to the 5th century AD.

A dera is a religious or spiritual center, often associated with Sikhism and other spiritual traditions in India, serving as a place of worship, gathering, and community service.

A dergah is a Sufi sanctuary, typically dedicated to the memory of an Islamic saint. It serves as a place for reflection and pilgrimage, often noted for its elaborate decoration and significant architecture.

A Deva is a deity or celestial being in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Devas are often depicted as benevolent entities, superior to humans but subordinate to supreme deities.

The term devotional refers to what relates to the expression of faith, reverence, or love toward a deity, often in a personal or popular religious context.

Dharma is a central concept in Indian religions, representing cosmic order, ethical duties, and moral principles that guide individual and collective life.

The Dharmashastras are Hindu legal treatises that codify religious, social, and civil duties in accordance with Brahmanical tradition.

The term dhwaja refers to a ritual emblem of Sanskrit origin, materialized by a vertical support such as a pole, column, or pillar, associated with religious or royal authority.

The Dhyana Mudra is a meditation gesture in Buddhism and Hinduism, symbolizing concentration and inner balance. The hands rest on the knees, palms facing upward, with the thumbs touching each other.