Tera

MEANING

ORIGIN

Greek

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Greek word 'terra' meaning earth or land.

CULTURAL NOTES

In Greek mythology, Gaia is the personification of the Earth.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The concept of Earth as a mother figure has ancient roots in Greek culture.

MEANING

ORIGIN

Japanese

ETYMOLOGY

In Japanese, 'tera' (寺) refers to a Buddhist temple.

CULTURAL NOTES

Temples have significant cultural and religious importance in Japan.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Japanese temples have been centers of spiritual and cultural activity for centuries.