Pannanjalika: 1 definition
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Pannanjalika 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 NamesAn arahant. Ninety two kappas ago he lay grievously ill at the foot of a tree in the forest. The Buddha Tissa, in his compassion, came to him, and Pannanjalika, unable to rise, clasped his hands above his head and worshipped the Buddha. Five kappas ago he was king five times, under the name of Mahasikha. Ap.i.128.
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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Ends with: Nipannanjalika.
Full-text: Nipannanjalika, Mahasikha.
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