Sannasamika: 1 definition

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Sannasamika 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 four kappas ago he mastered the Vedas when only seven years old. He prepared a great sacrifice about which he consulted Siddhattha Buddha. The Buddha taught him that happiness was not to be found that way, and the boy, following his advice, was reborn in Tusita. Ap.i.261.

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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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