Dharma names are the names given by Buddhists when they become ordained or ordained, and are used to identify their status and stage of practice in Buddhism. There are certain rules and traditions for the selection of legal names, which generally contain the following elements:
1.Surname: After becoming a monk, Buddhists usually give up their original surname and use "Shi" as their surname, which means that they have left the world and become monks. When female Buddhists become monks, their surname is "nun", which signifies the status of a woman.
2.Font size: Font size is usually given by **according to ** character, karma and other factors to identify its status in the teacher. The font size is generally one or two words, such as "Huineng", "Wukong", etc.
3.Generation: Buddhists' Dharma names often contain words that indicate generation. The word "generation" is generally prescribed by the temple or master to distinguish the ** of different eras.
4.Stages of Practice: Some Buddhists' Dharma names also include words that indicate the stages of practice, such as "first faith", "ordination", etc.
5.Meaning: Dharma names often have deep meanings, such as "contemplation" that indicates the direction of practice, "compassion" that indicates ** characteristics, etc.
When choosing a Dharma name, it is generally necessary to combine the above elements, as well as ** and **'s will, practice goals, etc. When giving the Dharma name, ** will give a lecture so that ** can understand the meaning of the Dharma name, so that you can always remind yourself in your daily practice. It should be noted that the Dharma name is serious and solemn, and once it is given, one should always be vigilant and strive to practice the teachings of Buddhism. After ordination or ordination, Buddhists should refer to themselves by their Dharma name, indicating their status and state of practice in Buddhism.