Padasannaka, Padasaññaka: 1 definition
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Padasannaka means something in Buddhism, Pali. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
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Theravada (major branch of Buddhism)
Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper NamesThera. An arahant. Ninety two kappas ago he happened upon the footprint of Tissa Buddha and was overjoyed at the sight. Seven kappas ago he was a king named Sumedha. Ap.i.119.
Theravāda is a major branch of Buddhism having the the Pali canon (tipitaka) as their canonical literature, which includes the vinaya-pitaka (monastic rules), the sutta-pitaka (Buddhist sermons) and the abhidhamma-pitaka (philosophy and psychology).
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Full-text: Sumedha.
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Apadana commentary (Atthakatha) (by U Lu Pe Win)
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