Dharma
Hindu and Buddhist concept of cosmic order and individual duty. In Hinduism, dharma includes cosmic law, social duty, and personal ethics. Each person has unique dharma based on role and stage of life. Following dharma maintains cosmic and social harmony. In Buddhism, Dharma refers to the Buddha's teachings and the nature of reality. Dharma involves living in harmony with universal principles. Tension exists between universal dharma and personal conscience.
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