dar·shan | \ ˈdärshən \
plural darshanim\ därˈshänə̇m , -shȯn- \
Definition of darshan
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a preacher who expounds Jewish law or scriptures
darshan
noun (2)dar·shan | \ ˈdärshən, ˈdər- \
plural -s
Definition of darshan (Entry 2 of 2)
: a blessing held by various Hindus to consist in the viewing of an eminent person (as religious leader)
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