Kotthumala, Koṭṭhumala: 1 definition
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Kotthumala 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 NamesA hill in the Mayarattha in Ceylon. The Almsbowl and the Tooth Relic of the Buddha were once buried there by Vacissara as a protection from enemies. Later, Vijayabahu III. had them removed to Jambuddoni. Cv.lxxxi.18ff; see also Cv. Trs.ii.137, n.1.
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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Full-text: Vacissara.
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