Common Nouns Lexicon

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.

Digambara is one of the two main branches of Jainism. It is known for its strict asceticism, including the renunciation of all clothing by monks as a sign of total detachment.

In Muslim palaces in India, a diwan refers to an audience hall where the sovereign received dignitaries, guests, and conducted state affair

A dome is an architectural structure shaped like a hemisphere or vault, often used to crown religious, governmental, and civic buildings.

The Doric style is one of the three classical orders of ancient Greek architecture, characterized by sturdy, simple columns without bases and with austere capitals. This style is often associated with solidity and simplicity.