Asheyana

Asheyana: A form of secular Buddhism.

Asheyana (2): "Asheyana" (or "Aashiyana") in Hindi and Urdu, and sometimes used in English, means "a beautiful home" or "a cozy dwelling place."

Ashe: "In the context of Shambhala teachings, "Ashe" (often represented as a simple brush stroke) symbolizes the power to express basic goodness and is considered the essence of life, embodying primordial confidence and compassion."

• Ashe as a Symbol: "Ashe is a fundamental concept within Shambhala teachings, representing the inherent goodness and potential for positive expression in all beings."

• Basic Goodness: "The concept of "basic goodness" is central to Shambhala, suggesting that at our core, we are inherently positive and capable of compassion and wisdom." 

• Primordial Confidence and Compassion: "Ashe is seen as the embodiment of these qualities, representing the natural state of being that is often obscured by our thoughts and emotions."
  
  

Ashe (2): A kind of juniper, "a drought-tolerant evergreen tree, native from northeastern Mexico and the south-central United States to southern Missouri."

Ashe (3): "In Urdu, "ashe" (اَشعار) means "verses" or "poems"

Asha: "As a Zoroastrian Concept: Meaning: "Truth," "right" (or "righteousness"), "order," and "right working"

Yāna: "In Sanskrit, "yāna" (यान) means "vehicle" or "means of conveyance," and it's used in various contexts, including Buddhism, where it refers to different paths or modes of practice leading to enlightenment. In Buddhism, "yāna" is a key concept, with different "yānas" (or vehicles) representing different paths to enlightenment.

• Three Yānas: The most common classification is the three yānas: Śrāvakayāna (the vehicle of Sravakas), Pratyekabuddhayāna (the vehicle of Pratyekabuddhas), and Mahāyāna (the great vehicle).

• Vajrayāna: Another important vehicle in Tibetan Buddhism is the Vajrayāna, which is considered a direct path to enlightenment.

All quotes drawn from Google AI Overview, 2025-04-05 unless otherwise linked.

May the words of this article provide the Asheyana practitioner some context for the selection of the name "Asheyana" for this secular Buddhism. May it be of benefit.