Acchara Sutta, Accharā-sutta: 1 definition
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Acchara Sutta 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.
In Buddhism
Theravada (major branch of Buddhism)
Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper NamesConnected with a monk, who, through over exertion, died as he leaned against the terrace post. His life work unfinished, he is born in Tavatimsa leaning against a door post. Accosted by the nymphs with song and music, he thinks he is yet a monk till they bring a cheval glass and reveal to him his figure. In disappointment he seeks the Master, who preaches to him. S.i.33; SA.i.67f.
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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Partial matches: Acchara, Sutta.
Full-text: Dhammaratha Sutta.
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Guide to Tipitaka (by U Ko Lay)
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