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Meanings
1
the four elements (earth, water, fire, wind)
Buddhist term for the four material elements that compose all physical phenomena.
In Buddhism, the four elements are said to compose all matter.
2
the human body
Extended Buddhist usage: the body as a temporary combination of the four elements.
The four elements temporarily combine to form this body.
3
Tao, heaven, earth, and king
Rare Chinese-derived concept listing four great things; not in common modern use.
In classical texts, the four greats are sometimes listed as Tao, heaven, earth, and king.