（dha^ran!i^）. A transliteration of the Sanskrit. A mantra that is believed to contain occult power as the essence of the Buddhist teachings. A comparatively long mantra. Also translated into Chinese as 'total retention，' i.e.， memory--keeping the teaching in the mind without forgetting. "Superb memory." The retention of manifold virtues. Also translated into Chinese as 咒 and 咒.