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darshana

darshana

9.9
A school of Indian thought that teaches a certain view of reality
  • noun
  • /ˈdɑːrʃənə/
  • Indian
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  • The six classical darshana are central to Hindu philosophy.

Examples

  • Each darshana offers a unique perspective on the nature of reality and existence.

  • Students of Indian philosophy often study every darshana to understand different viewpoints.

  • The philosophy of darshana offers deep insights into the nature of reality.

  • Many students study various darshanas to understand Hindu philosophy.

  • The six classical darshana are foundational to understanding Hindu philosophy.

  • Each darshana provides scholars with distinct interpretations of spiritual concepts.

  • Philosophers often debate the merits of different darshana in their writings.

Synonyms

Darsana
vsdarshana
  • Specialized
9.9

A traditional Hindu school that teaches what reality is and how to be free from past actions

is a broader term for a philosophical school not limited to orthodox six
darshan
vsdarshana
  • Indian
9.9

A school of Hindu thought that teaches a specific view of life and the world

is mainly used for the classical six schools rather than any doctrine

Surface Forms

darshana singular
darshanas plural

Etymology

Darshana comes from the Sanskrit root darsh meaning 'to see', and it grew to mean a 'way of seeing' the world; that is why a philosophical darshana is a school or viewpoint that offers a particular way to understand reality.