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This page includes a list of honorifics used in Ananda Marga or the Margis.

Acarya

Image of Acarya Vishvadevananda Avadhuta

Acarya is an honorific used to refer to teachers. The literal meaning of the word "acarya" is "one who teaches by example".

Dada

Dada is an honorific used to refer monks. The literal meaning of the word "dada" is "brother" or "elder brother".

Didi

Didi is an honorific used to refer nuns. The literal meaning of the word "didi" is "sister" or "elder sister".

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