Sekhiya, Sekhiyā: 4 definitions
Introduction:
Sekhiya 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 NamesOne of the sub divisions of the Pacittiya of the Sutta Vibhanga of the Vinaya Pitaka. Vin.iv.185ff., 349ff.
Source: Dhamma Dana: Pali English GlossaryF Seventh category of rules of the patimokkha. Point of training into the conduct.
There are 75 sekhiyas. They concern behaviour, discipline, self restraint and dignity.
See also: The 75 sekhiyas
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).
Languages of India and abroad
Pali-English dictionary
Source: BuddhaSasana: Concise Pali-English Dictionarysekhiya : (adj.) connected with training.
Source: Sutta: The Pali Text Society's Pali-English DictionarySekhiya, (fr. sekha) connected with training; s. dhamma rule of good breeding Vin. IV, 185 sq. (Page 722)
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)
Full-text: Parimandala Vagga, Khambhakata Vagga, Sakkacca Vagga, Ujjhaggika Vagga, Hatthapalekhana, Mudu Pattapisoika, Shaiksha, Patimokkha.
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Vinaya Pitaka (1): Bhikkhu-vibhanga (the analysis of Monks’ rules) (by I. B. Horner)
Variant numbering for bhikkhunī rules < [Preface to the SuttaCentral edition]
Vinaya Pitaka (4): Parivara (by I. B. Horner)
Origin (Sekhiya) < [18. Origin]
Origin (Sekhiya) < [18. Origin]
Monks’ Analysis: on the Laying-Down-Where (Sekhiya) < [1.1. Monks’ Analysis: on the Laying-Down-Where]
The Bhikkhus Rules (by Bhikkhu Ariyesako)
Teaching Dhamma < [Chapter 4 - Right Livelihood For A Bhikkhu]
Receiving And Eating Food < [Chapter 3 - Possessions And Offerings]
Eating Alms Food < [Appendix B]
Vinaya (3): The Cullavagga (by T. W. Rhys Davids)
Cullavagga, Khandaka 8, Chapter 4 < [Khandaka 8 - Regulations as to the Duties of the Bhikkhus towards one Another]
Cullavagga, Khandaka 6, Chapter 13 < [Khandaka 6 - On Dwellings and Furniture]
Cullavagga, Khandaka 5, Chapter 28 < [Khandaka 5 - On the Daily Life of the Bhikkhus]
Vinaya Pitaka (2): Bhikkhuni-vibhanga (the analysis of Nun’ rules) (by I. B. Horner)
Vinaya (1): The Patimokkha (by T. W. Rhys Davids)