Macchera: 2 definitions
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Macchera 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.
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Pali-English dictionary
Source: BuddhaSasana: Concise Pali-English Dictionarymacchera : (nt.) avarice; niggardliness.
Source: Sutta: The Pali Text Society's Pali-English DictionaryMacchera, see macchariya. (Page 514)
Pali is the language of the Tipiṭaka, which is the sacred canon of Theravāda Buddhism and contains much of the Buddha’s speech. Closeley related to Sanskrit, both languages are used interchangeably between religions.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Macchera Sutta.
Ends with: Kayamacchera.
Full-text: Kayamacchera, Macchariya, Vineti, Masati, Palasha, Mala, Cetas.
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Search found 3 books and stories containing Macchera; (plurals include: Maccheras). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
A Manual of Abhidhamma (by Nārada Thera)
Contents of Different Types of Consciousness < [Chapter II - Mental States]
The Great Chronicle of Buddhas (by Ven. Mingun Sayadaw)
Part 1 - Preaching to the Sakyan Prince Mahānāma < [Chapter 33 - The Buddha’s Fifteenth Vassa at Kapilavatthu]
Dhammapada (Illustrated) (by Ven. Weagoda Sarada Maha Thero)
Verse 242-243 - The Story of a Man Whose Wife Committed Adultery < [Chapter 18 - Mala Vagga (Impurities)]