Seriva, Serivā: 1 definition
Introduction:
Seriva 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 Names1. The name of a country. J.i.111.
2. See the Serivanija Jataka.
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).
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Serivanija Jataka.
Full-text: Andhapura, Seriyaputa, Serivanija Jataka.
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Search found 2 books and stories containing Seriva, Serivā; (plurals include: Serivas, Serivās). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
The Great Chronicle of Buddhas (by Ven. Mingun Sayadaw)
Supplement (c): Fulfilment of the Ten Perfections < [Chapter 9 - The chronicle of twenty-four Buddhas]
Part 4 - Story of Devadatta < [Chapter 36 - The Buddha’s Height Measured by a Brahmin]
The Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6 (by Robert Chalmers)
Jataka 3: Serivāṇija-jātaka < [Book I - Ekanipāta]