Manjaripujaka: 1 definition

Introduction:

Manjaripujaka 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)

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Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper Names

An arahant.

Ninety two kappas ago, while walking in the street with a spray of flowers in his hand, he saw the Buddha (? Tissa) and offered him the flowers.

Seventy three kappas ago he was a king, named Jotiya. Ap.i.228.

context information

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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