noun
- a rule or aphorism in Sanskrit literature, or a set of these on grammar or Hindu law or philosophy
- a scriptural narrative, especially a text recording the teachings of Buddha
Usage: Hinduism; Buddhism
Usage: Buddhism
Examples
- The ancient sutra contained wisdom about meditation practices.
- Buddhist monks studied the Lotus Sutra for guidance.
- Each sutra was written as a concise teaching.
- The grammar sutra explained Sanskrit verb forms.
- She memorized several sutras during her retreat.
- The sutra offered practical advice for daily life.