Dalhadhamma Jataka, Dalhadhamma-jātaka: 1 definition
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In Buddhism
Theravada (major branch of Buddhism)
Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper NamesOnce the Bodhisatta was born as minister to Dalhadhamma, king of Benares. The king possessed a she elephant who was of great service to him and whom he greatly honoured.
When she grew old, however, all her honours were withdrawn and she was given to the kings potter to drag his cow dung cart. One day she saw the Bodhisatta and fell at his feet. He interceded with the king on her behalf and all her honours were restored.
The story was told in reference to Udanas she elephant Bhaddavatika (q.v.). In her old age the king neglected her, but one day she complained to the Buddha, who admonished the king on the duty of gratitude to those who had once been of great service. The elephant was the same in both stories. J.iii.384ff.
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).
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Dalhadhamma, Jataka.
Full-text: Dalhadhamma, Bhaddavati.
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