The name Dhyani is best understood as a variant or modern spelling connected to Dhyana. The root name Dhyana has origins in Sanskrit and is generally associated with the meaning meditation. This makes Dhyani a creative or alternate form that carries the sound and general symbolism of Dhyana, while giving the name a more distinctive spelling. Because Dhyani itself may not have a separate ancient etymology, its meaning is most safely traced through the better-documented root name Dhyana.

The root form of Dhyani is Dhyani — meaning Meditative; contemplative; Inner reflection..

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