dharma
/ˈdɑːrmə/
EN
In Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, the concept of cosmic order, duty, right conduct, or the core teachings of a spiritual tradition.
Many practitioners seek to align their lives with dharma to achieve spiritual peace.
Etymology
Derived from the Sanskrit word dharma, which originally meant 'that which holds up or supports' and developed into a core spiritual concept across South Asian religions before entering English usage in the 18th century.