Common Nouns Lexicon

Hieroglyphs are a writing system used by the ancient Egyptians, composed of pictographic symbols

The Hijri calendar is the Islamic lunar calendar, starting from the Prophet Muhammad’s migration from Mecca to Medina, known as the Hijra.

Hinayana is an early branch of Buddhism, often referred to as the "Lesser Vehicle," which focuses on individual liberation and monastic practice.

Hinduism is one of the oldest and most practiced religions in the world, primarily in India and Nepal, characterized by a diversity of beliefs, practices, and sacred texts.

The hti is a parasol-shaped structure adorning the top of stupas and pagodas in Southeast Asia, symbolizing spiritual ascension and divine protection.

Hypogean tombs are underground burial chambers carved into rock. Common in ancient civilizations, they are found in Egypt, Greece, and Rome.

A hypostyle hall is a room where the roof is supported by a series of columns or pillars, commonly found in ancient temples to create large covered spaces.

Ibadism is a distinct branch of Islam, separate from both Sunni and Shia traditions. Originating in the 8th century, it emphasizes moderation, piety, and community cohesion. It is mainly practiced in Oman, North Africa, and a few Indian Ocean islands.

Sculpture in the round refers to a fully three-dimensional artwork, entirely detached from any background and visible from all sides.

Indo-Saracenic architecture is an architectural style that merges Victorian Gothic motifs with traditional Indian and Islamic elements, developed during the British colonial era in India.