Darshan

/ˈdɑrʃən/ noun

Definition

In Hinduism and Buddhism, the opportunity to see and receive blessings from a holy person or deity, or a philosophical school or viewpoint.

Etymology

From Sanskrit 'darśana,' literally meaning 'sight' or 'seeing,' from the root 'dṛś' (to see). The religious sense developed from the idea of receiving spiritual benefit through the physical presence of the sacred.

Kelly Says

Darshan is the belief that just being in the presence of a holy person or deity gives you spiritual benefit—it's a beautiful concept that prioritizes the experience of seeing and being seen as spiritually transformative!

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