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Tarka

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Tarka (Skt., ‘reason’, ‘philosophy’). An activity of mind usually condemned by Buddhists. In the Upaniṣads, tarka is held to be a preliminary, but inadequate, means for understanding the ultimate. The Buddhist canon generally speaks of tarka in the pejorative sense of vain speculation.

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tarka

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tarka Indian; foods seared with ghee (clarified butter) and seasoning after cooking. Also known as chamak.

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