noun
- Plural of dhyana; in Hindu and Buddhist philosophy, states of deep meditative absorption or concentration of the mind.
Usage: Sanskrit origin; Used in religious and philosophical contexts; Often refers to the seventh limb of yoga in Hindu tradition
Examples
- The yogic text describes the eight limbs, with dhyanas representing profound states of mental focus.
- In Buddhist practice, dhyanas are stages of meditation leading to enlightenment.
- The monk spent years cultivating the dhyanas as part of his spiritual discipline.
- Ancient texts outline different dhyanas that practitioners can achieve through sustained meditation.