Kaya Sutta, Kāya-sutta: 2 definitions
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Kaya 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 Names1. Kaya Sutta - Mindfulness relating to the body is the path to the Uncompounded (asankhata). This the Buddha has taught his disciples. S.iv.359.
2. Kaya Sutta - Just as the body is sustained by material food so are the five hindrances maintained by their own foods. The sutta explains what these foods are. S.v.64f
3. Kaya Sutta - Same as above, but in reference to the seven bojjhangas. S.v.65f
4. Kaya Sutta - There are certain things that should be got rid of by action, others by speech, yet others by mind. The sutta explains what these things are and how to get rid of them. A.v.39f
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)
Ends with: Kayavikkaya Sutta, Sakkaya Sutta.
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