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Also known as om̐, aum, omkara, aumkara, pranava
thumb|Om Ligature (writing)|ligature in [[Devanagari script]] thumb|Om () in Tamil script with a [[trishula at Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple, Singapore; Om appears frequently as an icon in temples (kovils) and spiritual retreats]] thumb|A rangoli featuring Om surrounded by stylised peacocks; Om often features prominently in the religious art and iconography of [[Indian religions]] thumb|A Raksha Bandhan|rakhi in the shape of Om
Om is a sacred sound and symbol in Hinduism and other Indian religions, typically written in Devanagari script and frequently displayed in temples, spiritual spaces, and religious artwork. It holds spiritual significance in these traditions and appears in various forms, from written symbols to decorative elements like temple iconography and religious art.
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- oṃ maṇi padme hūṃ
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- Om (symbol)
- native label
- 옴
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