Significance of Settled

In Theravada Buddhism, the term "settled" signifies an issue or decree that has been conclusively resolved and is not meant to be revisited or brought up again. This concept emphasizes the importance of finality in certain matters, ensuring stability and closure within the context of discussions or decisions made. It serves to maintain clarity and prevent unnecessary disputes over issues that have already been conclusively addressed.1

Synonyms: Established, Concluded, Determined, Fixed, Placed

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Buddhist concept of 'Settled'

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In Buddhism, "Settled" signifies an issue or decree that is resolved and should remain closed, indicating a state of finality where further discussion or re-examination is discouraged.

Significance of Settled in Theravada (major branch of Buddhism):

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From: Vinaya (2): The Mahavagga

(1) Refers to an issue or decree that has been concluded and should not be reopened or raised again.^[1]

Theravada 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).

Last Updated: 17 October, 2024