Word glossary

Terms and definitions

Every technical term used in this portal, with a short gloss, a longer note, and the chapters where it matters.

2 terms

Samitiसमिति
Carefulness in necessary activity.
Five: walking, speaking, seeking food, handling objects, and disposal. The positive side of saṃvara: acting without harm.
Chapter 9
Saṃvaraसंवर
Stoppage of karmic influx.
Achieved by gupti, samiti, dharma, anuprekṣā, parīṣaha-jaya and cāritra — and additionally by tapas.
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