Thupavamsa, Thūpavaṃsa, Thupa-vamsa: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Thupavamsa 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 NamesA Pali poem written by Vacissara. It has sixteen chapters, the last eight of which contain a description of the erection of the Maha Thua by Dutthagamani at Anuradhapura. The work probably belongs to the twelfth century. P.L.C.216f.
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).
General definition (in Buddhism)
Source: archive.org: A History of Pali Literature, vol 2The Thūpavaṃsa contains an account of the thūpas or dagobas built over the relics of the Buddha. In the Thūpavaṃsa we are told that the Thera Moggaliputta Tissa sent theras (elders) to different parts of India for the propagation of the Buddhist faith.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Thupa, Vamsha.
Full-text: Panjalipabbata, Pakkathita, Kshantivada, Vacissara, Lokapannati.
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