दर्शन
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- Darshan means seeing a deity or holy person with reverence.
- It also translates to 'philosophy' or a specific school of thought.
- Commonly used in temples and formal social settings for respected figures.
- Grammatically masculine, often used with plural verbs to show extra respect.
The Hindi word दर्शन (Darshan) is a profound term that transcends a simple translation of 'seeing' or 'viewing.' Rooted in the Sanskrit verb root 'dṛś' (to see), it embodies a multi-layered concept involving spiritual cognition, philosophical inquiry, and social respect. In its most common religious context, it refers to the act of beholding a deity, a saint, or a sacred object. This is not merely a visual observation but a reciprocal exchange; when a devotee 'takes Darshan,' they believe the deity 'gives Darshan,' creating a spiritual connection that confers blessings and merit. Beyond the temple walls, Darshan is used to describe a meeting with a highly respected individual, such as a political leader, a renowned artist, or an elder, where the mere presence of the person is considered significant and auspicious. Furthermore, in an academic or intellectual context, Darshan translates to 'philosophy.' It refers to a specific school of thought or a worldview. For instance, 'Bharatiya Darshan' refers to Indian Philosophy, encompassing various systems like Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Samkhya, Yoga, Mimamsa, and Vedanta. Understanding this word requires grasping the Indian cultural perspective that seeing is an act of participation and realization rather than just passive observation.
- Spiritual Context
- The act of visiting a temple specifically to see the idol of a god. It is often said, 'दर्शन करने जाना' (to go for darshan).
कल हमने केदारनाथ में शिव जी के दर्शन किए। (Yesterday we had the darshan of Lord Shiva in Kedarnath.)
- Philosophical Context
- Refers to a system of thought or a 'vision' of the truth. 'दर्शन शास्त्र' (Darshan Shastra) means the science of philosophy.
योग दर्शन हमें मन की शांति सिखाता है। (Yoga philosophy teaches us peace of mind.)
- Social Context
- Meeting a great personality or an elder. It implies a sense of humility on the part of the one seeing.
गांधी जी के दर्शन के लिए हज़ारों लोग उमड़ पड़े। (Thousands of people gathered to catch a glimpse of Gandhi Ji.)
आपका जीवन दर्शन क्या है? (What is your philosophy of life?)
मंदिर के पट खुलते ही भक्तों को भगवान के दर्शन मिले। (As soon as the temple doors opened, devotees got a glimpse of the Lord.)
Using 'Darshan' correctly involves understanding its collocations with verbs like 'करना' (to do/perform), 'देना' (to give/appear), and 'पाना' (to get/receive). Because Darshan is a noun representing an experience, the sentence structure often reflects the relationship between the observer and the observed. For instance, when you visit a temple, you say 'मैंने दर्शन किए' (I did darshan). If a saint appears before a crowd, it is said 'संत ने दर्शन दिए' (The saint gave darshan). In philosophical discussions, 'Darshan' is often paired with 'शास्त्र' (Shastra - scripture/science) to form 'दर्शनशास्त्र' (Philosophy). To use it in a modern, slightly sarcastic way, you can use it for a friend who has been absent for a long time: 'आज तो आपके दुर्लभ दर्शन हुए!' (Today I had your rare darshan!). This section explores these varied syntactical applications across different registers of Hindi.
- Common Verb Pairing: दर्शन करना
- Used when the subject is the one seeking the sight. It is the most common way to express visiting a holy place.
हम हर साल बद्रीनाथ के दर्शन करने जाते हैं। (We go to perform darshan of Badrinath every year.)
- Common Verb Pairing: दर्शन देना
- Used when the deity or the respected person is the subject, granting the sight to others.
भगवान ने भक्त को स्वप्न में दर्शन दिए। (God gave darshan to the devotee in a dream.)
- Abstract Usage: जीवन दर्शन
- Refers to one's outlook or ideology. It is used in serious literature and discussions.
उनका जीवन दर्शन सादगी और सत्य पर आधारित है। (His philosophy of life is based on simplicity and truth.)
इस पुस्तक में भारतीय दर्शन का सुंदर वर्णन है। (This book has a beautiful description of Indian philosophy.)
क्या आपको कभी किसी सिद्ध महात्मा के दर्शन हुए हैं? (Have you ever had the darshan of a realized saint?)
'Darshan' is a word that echoes through the diverse landscapes of India. You will hear it most frequently in religious hubs like Varanasi, Rishikesh, or Tirupati, where pilgrims constantly ask about 'Darshan timings' or the length of the 'Darshan queue.' It is the primary word used in devotional songs (Bhajans) and scriptures. However, its reach extends far beyond religion. In the world of Bollywood, fans wait for hours outside the houses of superstars like Amitabh Bachchan or Shah Rukh Khan for a 'Jhalak' (glimpse), but the media often describes this event as the stars 'giving Darshan' to their fans. In educational settings, a student of humanities will use 'Darshan' to refer to their major—Philosophy. In political rallies, supporters use the word to express their devotion to a leader. Even in corporate India, a CEO's visit to a branch might be colloquially referred to as 'Darshan' by employees, sometimes with a touch of irony. It is a word that bridges the gap between the mundane act of seeing and the profound act of experiencing something greater than oneself.
- At Religious Sites
- Used to inquire about the availability of seeing the deity. 'दर्शन का समय क्या है?' (What is the time for Darshan?)
आज मंदिर में दर्शन के लिए लंबी कतार है। (There is a long queue for darshan in the temple today.)
- In Literature and Media
- Describing the appearance of a hero or a significant figure. It adds a layer of grandeur to the description.
नायक के दर्शन पाते ही जनता खुशी से झूम उठी। (As soon as they got a glimpse of the hero, the public erupted in joy.)
- In Academic Circles
- Specifically referring to the study of logic, ethics, and metaphysics. 'पाश्चात्य दर्शन' means Western Philosophy.
वे विश्वविद्यालय में दर्शन के प्रोफेसर हैं। (He is a professor of philosophy at the university.)
सत्य के दर्शन करना ही जीवन का लक्ष्य है। (To realize/see the truth is the goal of life.)
दूरदर्शन (Doordarshan) literally means 'Vision from afar'—the Hindi name for Television.
For English speakers, the most common mistake is treating 'Darshan' as a simple synonym for 'seeing' (देखना - Dekhna). While all 'Darshan' involves 'Dekhna,' not all 'Dekhna' is 'Darshan.' You wouldn't use Darshan for seeing a movie, a car, or a random person on the street. It is reserved for things or people that command high respect or spiritual value. Another frequent error is grammatical gender and number. In Hindi, 'Darshan' is masculine, but when used in a respectful context, it often takes plural verb forms like 'हुए' (hue) instead of 'हुआ' (hua). For example, 'भगवान के दर्शन हुए' is more common and respectful than 'भगवान का दर्शन हुआ.' Additionally, learners often confuse 'Darshan' (Philosophy/Vision) with 'Drishya' (Scene/Sight). 'Drishya' refers to the physical scenery or a scene in a play, whereas 'Darshan' is the experience or the philosophy behind it. Understanding these nuances prevents you from sounding awkward or inadvertently disrespectful in formal or religious settings.
- Mistake 1: Overusing it for mundane objects
- Don't say 'मैंने फिल्म के दर्शन किए' (I did darshan of the movie). Use 'देखना' (Dekhna) instead.
Incorrect: मैंने बाज़ार के दर्शन किए।
Correct: मैंने बाज़ार देखा।
- Mistake 2: Incorrect Verb Agreement
- Using 'हुआ' instead of 'हुए' when talking about a deity can sound less respectful or slightly off to native ears.
Better: मुझे गुरुजी के दर्शन हुए। (Plural verb for respect)
- Mistake 3: Confusing with 'Drishya'
- 'Drishya' is a view or scene. 'Darshan' is the act of seeing something holy or a philosophy.
Incorrect: पहाड़ों का दर्शन बहुत सुंदर है।
Correct: पहाड़ों का दृश्य बहुत सुंदर है।
Avoid: 'दर्शन' (Darshan) for 'sight' (nazar). 'Nazar' is eyesight or a glance; 'Darshan' is a meaningful encounter.
Common Error: Using 'दर्शन' to mean 'to look' as a command. You cannot say 'दर्शन करो' to mean 'Look at this!' unless it's a holy object.
To truly master 'Darshan,' you must see where it sits among its synonyms and related terms. While 'Darshan' is unique in its spiritual weight, other words cover the spectrum of seeing and thinking. 'देखना' (Dekhna) is the general verb for seeing. 'दृष्टि' (Drishti) refers to vision or eyesight, often used metaphorically for 'perspective.' 'दृश्य' (Drishya) is a scene or landscape. 'नज़ारा' (Nazara) is a beautiful view or spectacle. On the philosophical side, 'सिद्धांत' (Siddhant) means principle or doctrine, while 'विचारधारा' (Vichardhara) means ideology. 'दर्शन' is the umbrella under which these philosophies often fall. Comparing these helps in choosing the right word for the right degree of formality and context. For instance, you would use 'Nazara' for a sunset, but 'Darshan' for the deity at the same sunset's temple.
- Darshan vs. Dekhna
- 'Darshan' is specific and respectful; 'Dekhna' is general and functional.
- Darshan vs. Drishya
- 'Darshan' is the act or the philosophy; 'Drishya' is the object or the scene being viewed.
नज़ारा (Nazara): 'ताजमहल का नज़ारा अद्भुत है।' (The view of Taj Mahal is wonderful.)
दर्शन (Darshan): 'मुझे ताजमहल के दर्शन करने हैं।' (I want to experience/see the Taj Mahal - implies a deeper intent).
- Darshan vs. Siddhant
- 'Darshan' is the whole system of philosophy; 'Siddhant' is a specific rule or principle within that system.
दृष्टि (Drishti): 'उनकी वैज्ञानिक दृष्टि है।' (He has a scientific vision/outlook.)
साक्षात्कार (Saakshatkaar): 'ईश्वर का साक्षात्कार हुआ।' (I had a direct realization/interview with God - much more intense than Darshan).
अवलोकन (Avalokan): 'दस्तावेज़ों का अवलोकन करें।' (Please observe/review the documents - formal and technical).
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재미있는 사실
The word 'Darshan' shares the same ancient Indo-European root as the English word 'Dragon'. In Greek mythology, the dragon (drakōn) was named for its sharp 'seeing' or 'watching' eyes.
발음 가이드
- Pronouncing 'Dar' as 'Dare'. It should be 'Dur' as in 'dust'.
- Making the 'sh' sound like 's'. It must be a clear 'sh' as in 'shoe'.
- Omitting the 'r' sound completely.
- Nasalizing the final 'n' too much.
- Stress on the second syllable 'shan'.
난이도
Easy to recognize in texts, but context determines if it's 'seeing' or 'philosophy'.
Requires correct use of 'ke' and plural verb agreement for respect.
Pronunciation is straightforward for most learners.
Commonly heard in many contexts, usually clear.
다음에 무엇을 배울까
선수 학습
다음에 배울 것
고급
알아야 할 문법
Honorific Plurality
In 'भगवान के दर्शन हुए', the verb 'हुए' is plural to show respect to the deity.
Compound Noun Formation
Adding '-शास्त्र' to 'दर्शन' creates the subject 'Philosophy'.
Postposition 'Ke' with Darshan
Always use 'के' when connecting a person/deity to Darshan (e.g., राम के दर्शन).
Abstract vs Concrete Noun
Darshan is abstract when meaning 'philosophy' and concrete when meaning 'a sighting'.
Masculine Gender Agreement
'यह दर्शन' (This vision) - 'दर्शन' is always masculine.
수준별 예문
आज मैं मंदिर में दर्शन करूँगा।
Today I will do darshan in the temple.
Future tense 'karunga' matches the subject 'Main'.
भगवान के दर्शन बहुत अच्छे थे।
The darshan of God was very good.
Plural 'the' used for respect.
क्या आपने दर्शन किए?
Did you do darshan?
Simple past tense for a completed action.
मुझे गुरुजी के दर्शन चाहिए।
I want the darshan of the teacher.
'Chahiye' expresses a wish or need.
यह दर्शन का समय है।
This is the time for darshan.
'Ka' relates 'Samay' and 'Darshan'.
वहाँ बहुत भीड़ है, दर्शन नहीं हुए।
There is a lot of crowd there, darshan didn't happen.
Negative 'nahin' with past plural 'hue'.
माँ दर्शन करने गई हैं।
Mother has gone to do darshan.
Present perfect tense showing mother's current state.
नमस्ते, आपके दर्शन होकर खुशी हुई।
Namaste, I am happy to have seen you.
Polite formulaic expression.
बनारस में गंगा आरती के दर्शन करना अद्भुत है।
It is wonderful to have darshan of Ganga Aarti in Benares.
Gerundial use of 'karna' as a subject.
क्या आपको पता है दर्शन की लाइन कहाँ है?
Do you know where the darshan line is?
Indirect question structure.
आजकल आपके दर्शन दुर्लभ हो गए हैं।
Nowadays, seeing you has become rare.
Idiomatic use of 'durlabh' (rare).
हमने सुबह-सुबह मंदिर में दर्शन किए।
We did darshan in the temple early in the morning.
Adverbial 'subah-subah' for emphasis.
पंडित जी ने सबको दर्शन करने के लिए बुलाया।
The priest called everyone to do darshan.
Causative-style sentence with 'bulaya'.
मुझे कल सपने में भगवान के दर्शन हुए।
I had a vision of God in my dream yesterday.
Use of 'hue' for a spiritual experience.
दूरदर्शन पर समाचार आ रहे हैं।
News is coming on Doordarshan (TV).
Proper noun usage of the word.
दर्शन के बाद हमने प्रसाद खाया।
After darshan, we ate the holy offering.
'Ke baad' shows sequence.
भारतीय दर्शन बहुत प्राचीन और गहरा है।
Indian philosophy is very ancient and deep.
Darshan here means 'philosophy'.
गांधी जी का दर्शन सत्य और अहिंसा पर आधारित था।
Gandhi Ji's philosophy was based on truth and non-violence.
Abstract noun usage.
क्या आप दर्शनशास्त्र के छात्र हैं?
Are you a student of philosophy?
Compound word: Darshan + Shastra.
इस फिल्म में जीवन के अलग दर्शन को दिखाया गया है।
A different philosophy of life is shown in this movie.
Passive construction 'dikhaya gaya hai'.
वे महान संत आज हमें दर्शन देंगे।
That great saint will give us darshan today.
Future tense 'denge' for respect.
दर्शन के बिना यात्रा अधूरी लगती है।
Without darshan, the journey feels incomplete.
'Ke bina' (without) used with the noun.
मंदिर के पट बंद हैं, अभी दर्शन नहीं हो सकते।
The temple doors are closed, darshan cannot happen now.
Modal 'sakte' for possibility.
उनका जीवन दर्शन हमें प्रेरित करता है।
His life philosophy inspires us.
Subject-verb agreement with 'prerit karta hai'.
शंकराचार्य ने अद्वैत दर्शन का प्रचार किया।
Shankaracharya propagated the Advaita philosophy.
Specific philosophical school mention.
साहित्य समाज का दर्शन होता है।
Literature is the philosophy/reflection of society.
Metaphorical usage.
हमें अपने दर्शन को व्यापक बनाना चाहिए।
We should make our vision/philosophy broad.
Adjective 'vyapak' (broad) modifying Darshan.
भीड़ को नियंत्रित करना मुश्किल था क्योंकि सब दर्शन चाहते थे।
It was difficult to control the crowd because everyone wanted darshan.
Complex sentence with 'kyunki' (because).
क्या आपने कभी सांख्य दर्शन के बारे में पढ़ा है?
Have you ever read about Samkhya philosophy?
Reference to a specific school of Indian thought.
दर्शन की इस पद्धति को समझना कठिन है।
It is difficult to understand this method of philosophy.
Noun 'paddhati' (method) linked by 'ki'.
वे अपने गुरु के दर्शन की प्रतीक्षा कर रहे हैं।
They are waiting for the darshan of their Guru.
Continuous tense 'kar rahe hain'.
यह कलाकृति ईश्वरीय दर्शन का प्रतीक है।
This artwork is a symbol of divine vision.
Compound adjective 'Ishvariya' (divine).
षड्-दर्शनों में भारतीय मेधा का चरमोत्कर्ष दिखता है।
The peak of Indian intellect is seen in the six philosophies.
Use of Sanskritized Hindi (Tatsam words).
मार्क्सवादी दर्शन ने बीसवीं सदी की राजनीति को प्रभावित किया।
Marxist philosophy influenced 20th-century politics.
Political/Historical context.
दर्शन का लक्ष्य केवल जगत को जानना नहीं, उसे बदलना भी है।
The goal of philosophy is not just to know the world, but to change it.
Correlative conjunctions 'keval... bhi' (not only... but also).
उनकी कविताओं में सूफी दर्शन की झलक मिलती है।
A glimpse of Sufi philosophy is found in his poems.
Use of 'jhalak' (glimpse) with Darshan.
तर्क और दर्शन का अटूट संबंध है।
There is an unbreakable bond between logic and philosophy.
Adjective 'atoot' (unbreakable).
आत्म-दर्शन ही वास्तविक ज्ञान है।
Self-realization (seeing the self) is real knowledge.
Compound word 'Aatma-darshan'.
इस दार्शनिक विमर्श ने नए आयाम स्थापित किए।
This philosophical discourse established new dimensions.
Adjectival form 'Darshanik'.
दर्शन की गहराइयों में उतरना हर किसी के बस की बात नहीं।
Going into the depths of philosophy is not everyone's cup of tea.
Idiomatic expression 'bas ki baat nahin'.
शून्यवाद का दर्शन शून्यता में ही पूर्णता खोजता है।
The philosophy of Shunyavada finds perfection in voidness itself.
Highly abstract philosophical terminology.
दर्शन के आलोक में ही अज्ञान का तिमिर नष्ट होता है।
Only in the light of philosophy is the darkness of ignorance destroyed.
Poetic/Metaphorical language (Aalok, Timir).
समकालीन दर्शन में अस्तित्ववाद एक प्रमुख धारा रही है।
Existentialism has been a major current in contemporary philosophy.
Academic terminology 'Samkalin' (contemporary).
क्या दृश्य और दृष्टा का भेद ही समस्त दर्शन का आधार है?
Is the distinction between the seen and the seer the basis of all philosophy?
Subject-object duality terminology (Drishya-Drashta).
उनके व्याख्यान में वेदान्त दर्शन की सूक्ष्मताएँ स्पष्ट थीं।
The subtleties of Vedanta philosophy were clear in his lecture.
Noun 'sookshmataein' (subtleties).
पाश्चात्य और प्राच्य दर्शन के समन्वय की आज महती आवश्यकता है।
There is a great need today for the synthesis of Western and Eastern philosophy.
High formal register (Mahati, Samanvay).
दर्शन शास्त्र के सिद्धांतों को व्यवहार में लाना ही सार्थकता है।
Bringing the principles of philosophy into practice is the true meaning/utility.
Complex sentential structure.
वह दार्शनिक एकांत में सत्य के दर्शन हेतु प्रयासरत है।
That philosopher is striving in solitude for the realization of truth.
Use of 'hetu' (for the sake of) and 'prayasyrat' (striving).
동의어
반의어
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
자주 혼동되는 단어
Drishya is a scene or a landscape; Darshan is the act of seeing or a philosophy.
Drishti is eyesight or a viewpoint; Darshan is a deeper experience or a system of thought.
Dikhawa means 'showing off' or 'pretence'; Darshan is sincere and respectful.
관용어 및 표현
— To be seen very rarely (similar to 'Darshan durlabh hona').
तुम तो ईद का चाँद हो गए हो, दर्शन ही नहीं देते।
Informal— To become very hard to see or meet.
आजकल बड़े लोगों के दर्शन दुर्लभ हो गए हैं।
Neutral— To long for a glimpse of someone.
तुम्हारे दर्शन के लिए मेरी आँखें तरस गई थीं।
Emotional— To grace someone with one's presence (often used sarcastically for friends).
साहब, कभी हमें भी दर्शन दिया करो।
Sarcastic/Informal— To show off one's knowledge or philosophy (slang-ish).
यहाँ अपना दर्शन मत झाड़ो।
Slang— To come into view (simpler version of darshan hona).
दूर से मंदिर नज़र आ रहा है।
Neutral— To show one's face (informal version of darshan dena).
कभी अपनी सूरत भी दिखा दिया करो।
Informal— The reward or merit obtained by seeing something holy.
उसे अपनी तपस्या और दर्शन का फल मिला।
Spiritual혼동하기 쉬운
Both involve sight.
Darshan is a respectful, spiritual, or philosophical 'seeing'. Dekhna is the basic physical act of seeing anything.
मैंने कुत्ता देखा (I saw a dog). मैंने मूर्ति के दर्शन किए (I did darshan of the idol).
Similar root.
Darshan is the noun (Philosophy/Vision). Darshanik is the adjective (Philosophical) or the person (Philosopher).
यह दर्शन गहरा है। वह एक दार्शनिक है।
Contains the word darshan.
Pradarshan means a 'demonstration', 'exhibition', or 'performance'. It is about showing something to others, not receiving a vision.
कला का प्रदर्शन (Exhibition of art).
Both mean sight.
Nazar is an Urdu-origin word for glance or eyesight; it can also mean 'evil eye'. Darshan is purely Sanskrit-origin and sacred.
मेरी नज़र कमज़ोर है (My eyesight is weak).
Both mean viewing.
Avalokan is technical observation or review. Darshan is spiritual or philosophical.
फाइल का अवलोकन करें (Review the file).
문장 패턴
मुझे [Deity] के दर्शन चाहिए।
मुझे शिव के दर्शन चाहिए।
[Time] को दर्शन होंगे।
कल सुबह को दर्शन होंगे।
मेरा जीवन दर्शन [Noun] है।
मेरा जीवन दर्शन प्रेम है।
[Subject] ने [Topic] पर दर्शन दिया।
महात्मा ने शांति पर दर्शन दिया।
[Concept] के दर्शन हेतु [Action] अनिवार्य है।
सत्य के दर्शन हेतु तपस्या अनिवार्य है।
[Philosophy] के आलोक में [Analysis]।
वेदान्त के आलोक में जीवन का विश्लेषण।
मैंने [Place] में दर्शन किए।
मैंने मंदिर में दर्शन किए।
आपके दर्शन [Adjective] हैं।
आपके दर्शन दुर्लभ हैं।
어휘 가족
명사
동사
형용사
관련
사용법
High in religious, academic, and formal social contexts.
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Using 'Darshan' for a movie or a TV show.
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मैंने फिल्म देखी।
Darshan is for holy or highly respected entities, not for entertainment media.
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Using 'Darshan' as a feminine noun.
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भगवान के दर्शन (Masculine).
Learners often guess gender wrong; Darshan is always masculine.
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Saying 'Darshan karo' to mean 'Look at this' to a friend.
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इधर देखो।
'Darshan karo' is an instruction given in temples or for sacred objects.
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Confusing 'Darshan' with 'Pradarshan'.
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यह एक कला प्रदर्शनी है।
Pradarshan means exhibition/show; Darshan means vision/philosophy.
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Using 'Darshan' for a simple meeting (Milna).
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मैं कल दोस्त से मिला।
Unless the friend is a saint or you are being ironic, use 'milna'.
팁
Verb Agreement
Always use plural verbs (hue, diye, liye) when using 'Darshan' in a respectful context. This is a hallmark of polite Hindi.
The Two-Way Gaze
Remember that Darshan is not just you looking at the god; it's the god looking at you. This helps you understand why it's such a powerful word.
Academic Use
If you are in a university in India, 'Darshan' is the department of Philosophy. Don't look for a 'Philosophy' sign; look for 'Darshan Vibhag'.
Polite Irony
Use 'Aapke darshan durlabh hain' when a friend finally shows up to a party. It’s a classic Hindi 'friendly jab'.
Spelling Tip
The 'sha' in Darshan is the one with the curve (श). Beginners often confuse it with the other 'sha' (ष). Practice writing 'दर्शन' carefully.
News Headlines
When you hear 'Darshan' in news about a politician, it usually refers to the massive crowd that gathered to see them.
The Schwa Sound
The 'a' in 'Dar' is a short schwa sound, like the 'u' in 'cup'. Don't pronounce it like the 'a' in 'car'.
Root Connection
Connecting 'Darshan' to the root 'Drish' helps you learn other words like 'Drishya' (scene) and 'Drishti' (vision) easily.
Compound Words
Learning 'Darshanarthi' (one who seeks darshan) is very useful if you visit major pilgrimage sites like Vaishno Devi.
Secular Darshan
While primarily spiritual, don't be surprised to hear it used for 'Satya' (Truth) or 'Nyaya' (Justice) in high literature.
암기하기
기억법
Think of 'Darshan' as 'Door-Sun'. You open the door to see the sun (a powerful, holy sight). Darshan is that holy sight.
시각적 연상
Imagine a long queue of people waiting at a golden temple gate. When the gate opens, they all shout 'Darshan!' as they see the light inside.
Word Web
챌린지
Try to use 'Darshan' in three ways today: once for a holy place, once for a person you respect, and once to describe your own 'life philosophy'.
어원
Darshan originates from the Sanskrit word 'दर्शन' (darśana), which is derived from the root 'dṛś' meaning 'to see', 'to behold', or 'to perceive'. It has been a central term in Indian Vedic literature for millennia.
원래 의미: The act of seeing, viewing, or observing; also, an eye, a dream, or a discernment.
Indo-Aryan / Indo-European.문화적 맥락
When discussing Darshan in a religious context, avoid treating it as 'idol worship' in a derogatory sense; it is a sophisticated practice of spiritual connection through visual focus.
English speakers often translate it as 'glimpse' or 'audience,' but these lack the spiritual weight of 'blessing' inherent in Darshan.
실생활에서 연습하기
실제 사용 상황
At a Temple
- दर्शन कब खुलेंगे?
- दर्शन की पर्ची कहाँ मिलेगी?
- क्या वीआईपी दर्शन संभव है?
- बहुत अच्छे दर्शन हुए।
Academic/University
- मैं दर्शन शास्त्र का छात्र हूँ।
- भारतीय दर्शन की शाखाएँ।
- पश्चिमी दर्शन का इतिहास।
- दार्शनिक दृष्टिकोण।
Meeting an Elder
- आपके दर्शन पाकर धन्य हुआ।
- बड़ी मुश्किल से दर्शन मिले।
- दर्शन देने के लिए शुक्रिया।
- आपके दर्शन की इच्छा थी।
General Conversation
- आपका जीवन दर्शन क्या है?
- आज तो आपके दर्शन हो गए।
- दर्शन दुर्लभ होना।
- टीवी (दूरदर्शन) पर क्या है?
Literature/Poetry
- सत्य के दर्शन।
- प्रेम का दर्शन।
- काव्य दर्शन।
- सौंदर्य दर्शन।
대화 시작하기
"क्या आपने कभी किसी प्रसिद्ध मंदिर में दर्शन किए हैं?"
"आपके अनुसार भारतीय दर्शन की सबसे बड़ी खूबी क्या है?"
"अगर आपको किसी महापुरुष के दर्शन करने का मौका मिले, तो आप किसे चुनेंगे?"
"आपका निजी जीवन दर्शन क्या है, आप जीवन को कैसे देखते हैं?"
"क्या आपको लगता है कि दूरदर्शन (TV) आज भी प्रासंगिक है?"
일기 주제
आज मैंने किसी ऐसी चीज़ के 'दर्शन' किए जिसने मुझे सोचने पर मजबूर कर दिया। वह क्या था?
मेरे जीवन दर्शन के तीन मुख्य स्तंभ क्या हैं और वे कैसे विकसित हुए?
एक ऐसी यात्रा का वर्णन करें जहाँ 'दर्शन' मुख्य उद्देश्य था।
यदि मुझे अपना स्वयं का एक 'दर्शन' (दर्शनशास्त्र) बनाना हो, तो उसके नियम क्या होंगे?
दर्शन और साधारण देखने में क्या अंतर है? अपने अनुभवों से लिखें।
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Usually, no. It's too formal. However, you can use it jokingly if you haven't seen them for a very long time, like 'Finally, I get your darshan!'
No. While its roots are religious, it is also the standard word for 'Philosophy' in academic settings and can mean 'vision' or 'viewpoint' in literature.
In Hindi, certain nouns like 'Darshan', 'Hosh', and 'Aansu' are often treated as plural to show intensity or respect. Using the plural 'hue' is the standard way to show reverence to the person seen.
It literally means the 'Science of Philosophy'. It is the formal name for the academic study of philosophy in Hindi.
Yes, if you see a deity or a saint in a dream, it is called 'Sapne mein darshan'.
It means 'Vision from afar'. 'Door' (Far) + 'Darshan' (Vision). It's the Hindi name for Television.
The most common verb forms are 'Darshan karna' (to do darshan) and 'Darshana' (to show/depict).
They are the six classical schools of Hindu philosophy: Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Samkhya, Yoga, Mimamsa, and Vedanta.
It's better to use 'Drishya' or 'Nazara'. Darshan implies a spiritual connection or high respect for the object.
You can say 'Mujhe Guru-ji ke darshan karne hain'.
셀프 테스트 200 질문
Write a sentence in Hindi about visiting a temple using the word 'दर्शन'.
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Translate: 'Your philosophy of life is very simple.'
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Write a short note (2 sentences) on why 'Darshan' is important in Indian culture.
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Use 'दार्शनिक' in a sentence about a famous person.
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Describe a 'rare sight' of a friend using the idiomatic phrase.
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Translate: 'The queue for darshan was five kilometers long.'
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Explain the difference between 'दर्शन' and 'दृश्य' in Hindi.
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Write a formal request to a teacher asking for a meeting using 'दर्शन'.
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Translate: 'Philosophy teaches us the truth about the world.'
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Create a sentence using 'दर्शनार्थी'.
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Translate: 'I had a vision of the goddess in my dream.'
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Write a sentence using 'दूरदर्शन'.
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Translate: 'This book contains the synthesis of Eastern and Western philosophy.'
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Use 'दर्शन लाभ' in a sentence.
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Translate: 'Wait for your turn for darshan.'
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Write a sentence about 'Self-realization' using 'दर्शन'.
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Translate: 'The saint gave darshan to the poor.'
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Use 'दर्शन हेतु' in a formal sentence.
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Translate: 'What is the philosophy behind this law?'
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Write a sentence using 'दर्शनीय'.
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Pronounce 'दर्शन' correctly. Focus on the 'sh' sound.
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Say 'I want to go for darshan' in Hindi.
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Explain your 'Life Philosophy' in three simple Hindi sentences.
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Ask someone if they have had darshan of the deity yet.
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Tell a friend you haven't seen them in a long time using 'Darshan'.
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Describe the scene at a crowded temple using 'Darshanarthi'.
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Pronounce 'दर्शनशास्त्र' correctly.
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Say: 'Philosophy is a deep subject' in Hindi.
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Ask a shopkeeper if the temple is open for darshan.
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Explain the meaning of 'Doordarshan' in Hindi.
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Discuss the importance of 'Aatma-darshan' briefly.
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Tell someone that their vision/philosophy is very broad.
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Say: 'We had very good darshan today.'
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Ask: 'Who is your favorite philosopher?' in Hindi.
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Pronounce 'दार्शनिक' correctly.
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Say: 'I want to see the truth' using Darshan.
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Tell a story about a dream vision using 'Darshan'.
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Use 'दर्शन लाभ' in a sentence about a religious gathering.
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Explain why you like philosophy in Hindi.
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Ask: 'What time does the darshan start?'
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Listen to the word: 'Darshan'. Does it mean 'Seeing' or 'Hearing'?
Listen to: 'मंदिर में दर्शन बंद हैं'. Is the temple open or closed?
Listen to: 'आपका दर्शन बहुत गहरा है'. Is the speaker talking about a view or an idea?
Listen to: 'दर्शनार्थियों को प्रसाद दो'. Who should get the offering?
Listen to: 'कल दर्शन होंगे'. When will the sighting happen?
Identify the word in: 'वह दर्शनशास्त्र का प्रोफेसर है'.
Listen to: 'दुर्लभ दर्शन'. Is the sight common or rare?
Listen to: 'दर्शन मात्र से शांति मिली'. What caused the peace?
Listen to: 'दूरदर्शन पर फिल्म है'. Where is the movie?
Listen to: 'सत्य के दर्शन'. What is being seen?
Listen to: 'आज दर्शन नहीं हुए'. Did the person see what they wanted?
Listen to: 'दार्शनिक विचार'. What kind of thoughts are these?
Listen to: 'दर्शन हेतु कतार'. Why is there a queue?
Listen to: 'भगवान ने दर्शन दिए'. Who appeared?
Listen to: 'दर्शनीय स्थल'. Is the place worth visiting?
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Summary
Darshan is more than just 'seeing'; it is a spiritual or respectful encounter that involves receiving a blessing or insight. Example: 'I went to the temple for darshan' (मैं मंदिर दर्शन के लिए गया).
- Darshan means seeing a deity or holy person with reverence.
- It also translates to 'philosophy' or a specific school of thought.
- Commonly used in temples and formal social settings for respected figures.
- Grammatically masculine, often used with plural verbs to show extra respect.
Verb Agreement
Always use plural verbs (hue, diye, liye) when using 'Darshan' in a respectful context. This is a hallmark of polite Hindi.
The Two-Way Gaze
Remember that Darshan is not just you looking at the god; it's the god looking at you. This helps you understand why it's such a powerful word.
Academic Use
If you are in a university in India, 'Darshan' is the department of Philosophy. Don't look for a 'Philosophy' sign; look for 'Darshan Vibhag'.
Polite Irony
Use 'Aapke darshan durlabh hain' when a friend finally shows up to a party. It’s a classic Hindi 'friendly jab'.
예시
भगवान के दर्शन किए।
관련 콘텐츠
general 관련 단어
आभार व्यक्त करना
B1감사를 표하다 또는 고마움을 공식적으로 나타내다. '저는 여러분 모두에게 감사를 표하고 싶습니다.'
आचरण करना
C1행동하다; (특히 도덕적이나 공식적인) 특정한 방식으로 처신하다. '그는 품위 있게 행동한다.'
आगे
A1Forward; ahead.
आगे बढ़ना
A2앞으로 나아가거나 발전하다.
आगामी
B1다가오는, 차기의. 가까운 미래에 예정된 사건을 나타낼 때 사용됩니다.
आह्वान करना
B1To call, to summon, to request someone's presence.
आज रात
A2오늘 밤; 현재 날짜의 밤.
आजमाना
A2작동 방식이나 어떤 일이 일어나는지 알아보기 위해 무언가를 시도하거나 테스트하는 것.
आक्रमण करना
B2국가나 집단을 상대로 군사 작전을 시작하다.
आखिरी
A2마지막, 최종. '마지막 버스'는 'Aakhiri bus'입니다. '마지막으로'는 'Aakhiri baar'라고 합니다.