Niharaka, Nīhāraka: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Niharaka 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: Sutta: The Pali Text Society's Pali-English DictionaryNīhāraka, (adj. -n.) (fr. nīhāra, cp. nīharaṇa) one who carries away Vin. I, 13 (nīhāra-bhatta); S. V, 12, 320, 325 (piṇḍapāta). (Page 376)
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.
Kannada-English dictionary
Source: Alar: Kannada-English corpusNīhāraka (ನೀಹಾರಕ):—[noun] a cloud of interstellar gas or dust; a nebula.
Kannada is a Dravidian language (as opposed to the Indo-European language family) mainly spoken in the southwestern region of India.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Niharakala, Niharakara.
Ends with: Paniharaka.
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