Eight Winds: 1 definition
Introduction:
Eight Winds 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
General definition (in Buddhism)
Source: Buddhist Door: GlossaryOr the Winds of Eight Directions. Most people are usually moved by the winds of the eight directions: (1) Praise (2) Ridicule (3) Suffering (4) Happiness (5) Benefit (6) Destruction (7) Gain (8) LossSee also (Relevant definitions)
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Search found 3 books and stories containing Eight Winds; (plurals include: Eight Windses). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Buddhacarita (by Charles Willemen)
Chapter XI - The Reply to King Bimbisāra < [Fascicle Three]
The Scientific Outlook Of Buddhism (by Wang Chi Biu)
A Dictionary Of Chinese Buddhist Terms (by William Edward Soothill)