Bhavagra in Mahayana Buddhism denotes a significant stage in the path to parinirvana, described as a high point linked to various realms of existence. It represents the fourth and ultimate samapatti, termed the summit of existence. At this juncture, practitioners face considerable challenges in attaining liberation from passions, highlighting the complexity of reaching this advanced spiritual state.

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Buddhist concept of 'Bhavagra'

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Bhavagra in Buddhism signifies a pivotal stage for attaining parinirvana, representing the fourth samapatti, the summit of existence, where ordinary practitioners face heightened challenges in achieving liberation from passions.

Significance of Bhavagra in Mahayana (major branch of Buddhism):

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From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra

(1) A high point related to the realms where parinirvana can be achieved.^[1] (2) The fourth and last samapatti, also known as the summit of existence, where liberation from the passions becomes challenging for ordinary practitioners.^[2]

Mahayana is a major branch of Buddhism focusing on the path of a Bodhisattva (spiritual aspirants/ enlightened beings). Extant literature is vast and primarely composed in the Sanskrit language. There are many sutras of which some of the earliest are the various Prajnaparamita sutras.

Last Updated: 22 September, 2024