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Dharma Wheel (Dharmachakra, Wheel of Law)

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The dharmachakra is a Buddhist emblemof Hindu origin.It resembles a wagon wheel with eight spokes, each representing one of the eight tenets of buddhist belief. The circle symbolizes the completeness of the Dharma, the spokes represent the eightfold path leading to enlightenment:

Right faith, right intention, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right endeavor, right mindfullness, and right meditation.

It is drawn from an Indian symbol, but instead of representing Samsara, or endless rebirth, it symbolizes overcoming obstacles.

 

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