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246 Glossary

Däsya-bhäva—the devotional sentiment of servitude. See Bhäva.

Deity—(1) the manifestation of the Supreme Lord in a scripturally
authorized form for accepting worship; (2) a worshipable form of
a demigod or pure devotee. The deity form of the Lord may be
comprised of stone, wood, metal, earth, paint, sand, or jewels, or
conceived within one’s mind. (See SB 11.27.12)

Demigod—a resident of the higher planetary system. Principal
demigods are assigned roles by the Supreme Lord for overseeing
universal affairs and are worshiped for material boons by
materialistic followers of Vedic culture.

Desire tree—a spiritual tree that fulfils the desires of its
supplicants.

Deva—(1) the Supreme Lord, a demigod, or a godly person; (2)
an honorific suffix for the Supreme Lord, a demigod, or a godly
male.

Devé—(1) a goddess or godly female; (2) an honorific suffix for a
goddess or godly female.

Devotional service—the process of worshiping the Supreme
Personality of Godhead (Çré Kåñëa) by dedicating one’s thoughts,
words, and actions to Him in loving submission. See also Kåñëa
consciousness.

Dhätré—the ämalaké (amla) tree (emblic myrobalan), also known
as Indian gooseberry.

Dhola—a double-sided barrel drum that is played with two wooden
sticks.
Disappearance—the apparent demise of a Viñëu-avatar or an
exalted devotee. See also Appearance.