Four Great Elements

Four Great Elements
    All matters are formed and are composed by four conditioned causes :

    (1) earth, which is characterized by solidity and durability
    (2) water, which is characterized by liquid/fluid and moisture
    (3) fire, which is characterized by energy and warmth
    (4) wind, which is characterized by gas/air movement

see also; Mahābhūta

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