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Natthika 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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Source: Sutta: The Pali Text Society's Pali-English DictionaryNatthika, (adj. -n.) (Sk. nāstika) one who professes the motto of “natthi, ” a sceptic, nihilist S. I, 96; usually in cpds.
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: Natthika Ditthi, Natthikaditthi, Natthikavada, Natthikavadi.
Ends with: Annatthika, Bhojanatthika, Dhanatthika, Punnatthika.
Full-text: Nihilistic View, Natthikaditthi, Natthikavada, Niyata Micchaditthi, Natthika Ditthi.
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The Doctrine of Paticcasamuppada (by U Than Daing)
Abhidhamma in Daily Life (by Nina Van Gorkom)
Dhammapada (Illustrated) (by Ven. Weagoda Sarada Maha Thero)
Verse 294-295 - The Story of Venerable Bhaddiya < [Chapter 21 - Pakiṇṇaka Vagga (Miscellaneous)]
Cetasikas (by Nina van Gorkom)
Chapter 16 - Wrong View < [Part III - Akusala Cetasikas]
A Manual of Abhidhamma (by Nārada Thera)
Consciousness Pertaining The Sensuous Sphere < [Chapter I - Different Types of Consciousness]
Fourfold Kamma < [Chapter V - Process Freed Section]
A Survey of Paramattha Dhammas (by Sujin Boriharnwanaket)