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☸️Dharma Wheel Emoji ☸️ EmojiUnicode: 2638 FE0F

Spirituality and balance.

Released in The ☸️ Dharma Wheel emoji was approved as part of Unicode 1.1 in 1993 and was added to Emoji 1.0 in 2015.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The Dharma Wheel emoji ☸️ represents the Wheel of Dharma, a symbol primarily associated with Buddhism and, to a lesser extent, Hinduism. The wheel often represents the cycle of life, death, and rebirth in these spiritual traditions and highlights the teachings and moral discipline towards reaching enlightenment."

Symbolism

  • The eight spokes represent the Noble Eightfold Path in Buddhism, which guides practitioners towards ending suffering and attaining Nirvana.
  • It symbolizes the eternal cycle of birth, life, death, and rebirth (Samsara).
  • The outer ring of the wheel is a representation of the teachings of the Buddha, truth, and the nature of existence.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • When discussing Buddhism or Hinduism in a conversation about religion or spiritual practices.
  • During discussions about life, growth, or challenges that may call for a spiritual or philosophical perspective.
  • When sharing posts about meditation, mindfulness, or inner peace on social media platforms.

Usage Examples in Conversation

I've been practicing mindfulness meditation 🧘 and finding inner peace ☸️.
Buddhism teaches compassion and the path to enlightenment ☸️.
The cycle of life can be tough, but staying true to the Dharma helps ☸️.
I'm learning about the Eightfold Path ☸️, so much wisdom to absorb.
May peace and calm guide your journey ☸️ today.

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use ☸️ when discussing Eastern philosophies, particularly Buddhism, Hinduism, or spiritual topics.
  • Be cautious when using ☸️ in informal or non-spiritual contexts, as it holds deep symbolism for many religious and meditative practices.
  • Avoid overuse of the emoji in contexts where its sacred meaning might be diminished or misunderstood.

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