Wheel of Dhamma (Dharma Wheel) Visualization

This visualization represents the Wheel of Dhamma (Dharma Wheel), an important symbol in Buddhism.

The Wheel of Dhamma (Dharma Wheel or Dharmachakra) is one of the oldest and most important symbols of Buddhism, representing the Buddha's teaching of the path to enlightenment.

Features

• Interactive visualization of the Dharma Wheel with 8 spokes
• Each spoke represents one aspect of the Noble Eightfold Path
• Detailed descriptions for each part of the path
• Rotating wheel that can be paused/resumed
• Legend to help identify each spoke
• Audio narration option
• Responsive design

The Noble Eightfold Path

The wheel contains 8 spokes, representing the Noble Eightfold Path:

• Right View: Understanding the Four Noble Truths
• Right Intention: Commitment to ethical and mental self-discipline
• Right Speech: Abstaining from harmful speech
• Right Action: Abstaining from harmful actions
• Right Livelihood: Avoiding occupations that harm others
• Right Effort: Cultivating good qualities
• Right Mindfulness: Developing awareness
• Right Concentration: Developing mental focus for meditation

Interaction

• Hover over spokes or segments to see their labels and descriptions
• Click on spokes or segments to highlight them
• Click the audio button to hear an explanation
• Use the rotation toggle to pause or resume wheel rotation
• Click "Reset View" to clear selection and resume rotation
• Use the legend to quickly identify and select specific spokes

The wheel rotates continuously, symbolizing the continuous cycle of rebirth and the perpetual motion of the Buddha's teachings throughout the world.