Kadambapupphiya: 1 definition

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Kadambapupphiya 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)

[«previous next»] — Kadambapupphiya in Theravada glossary
Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper Names

1. Kadambapupphiya Thera - An arahant. Ninety four kappas ago he saw seven Pacceka Buddhas on a mountain named Kukkuta, near Himava, and honoured them with Kadamba flowers. Ninety two kappas ago he became king seven times, under the name of Phulla (v.l. Puppha) (Ap.i.178). He is probably identical with Sangharakkhita Thera. ThagA.i.216.

2. Kadambapupphiya Thera - An arahant. Ninety one kappas ago he saw the Buddha Vipassi pass by his house and offered him a kadamba flower (Ap.i.287).

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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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