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Dharmachakra

Dharmachakra, meaning "Wheel of Dharma," is a symbolic representation in Buddhism that signifies the teachings of the Buddha and the path to enlightenment. The wheel’s circular shape symbolizes the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth (samsara), while its spokes represent the Noble Eightfold Path—right view, intention, speech, action, livelihood, effort, mindfulness, and concentration—that guides practitioners toward spiritual liberation. The Dharmachakra serves as a reminder to follow ethical conduct, develop wisdom, and cultivate mental discipline, aiming to reduce suffering and attain ultimate understanding.