What is another word for sutra?

Pronunciation: [sˈʌtɹə] (IPA)

Sutra is a Sanskrit term used to refer to a religious or philosophical text that is commonly used in Hindu and Buddhist traditions. There are several synonyms for the word sutra, including aphorism, maxim, precept, or teaching. These terms describe a short and concise statement that encapsulates a fundamental principle of spiritual or philosophical knowledge. Other synonyms for sutra include parable, fable, or tale, which imply a narrative quality to the text. The word sutra is often used in the context of meditation and yoga practices as a guiding principle or moral code, and the different synonyms offer different ways of approaching and interpreting this concept.

What are the hypernyms for Sutra?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Sutra?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

Usage examples for Sutra

Sutar is a common name of the caste in the Maratha Districts, and is from sutra-kara, one who works by string, or a maker of string.
"The Tribes and Castes of the Central Provinces of India Volume II"
R. V. Russell
It is followed by an announcement to the effect that the sutra praying for rain was given by the Buddha, that a drought is afflicting the land, that the altar has been erected in accordance with the regulations and that prayer is being made for rain.
"Buddhism and Buddhists in China"
Lewis Hodus
The sutra says: 'Some good friend will say to him: Even if thou canst not exercise the remembrance of Buddha, utter the name of Buddha Amitabha.
"Buddhism and Buddhists in China"
Lewis Hodus

Famous quotes with Sutra

  • Do you have the poems of Han-shan in your house? They're better for you than sutra reading! Write them out and paste them on a screen Where you can glance over them from time to time
    Hanshan

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