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dharmacakra
Sign in to saveAlso known as Dharma-Wheel, wheel of Dharma, Dharmačakra, Dharma chakra, Dharma Chakra, dharma chakra, Dharma wheel
thumb|The ancient Dharmachakra symbol used by Emperor Ashoka.
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Encyclopedic overview
14 sectionsContents
- Etymology
- History and usage
- Buddhist usage and significance
- Buddha Dhamma and its modern Indian usage
- Other uses and similar symbols
- Gallery
- Historical and archeological examples
- Contemporary examples
- National flags and official symbolism
- Notes
- References
- Sources
- Further reading
- External links
thumb|The ancient Dharmachakra symbol used by Emperor Ashoka.
The dharmachakra (Sanskrit: धर्मचक्र, ) or wheel of dharma is a symbol used in the Dharmic religions. It has a widespread use in Buddhism. In Hinduism, the symbol is particularly used in places that underwent religious transformation. The symbol also finds its usage in modern India.
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