A die li, Ā diē lī: 2 definitions

Introduction:

A die li 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

Chinese Buddhism

阿跌哩 [a die li]—Atri, a devourer; one of the stars in Ursa Major; one of the assistants of Agni shown in the Garbhadhātu; an ancient ṛṣi.

Source: archive.org: A Dictionary Of Chinese Buddhist Terms
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Chinese Buddhism (漢傳佛教, hanchuan fojiao) is the form of Buddhism that developed in China, blending Mahayana teachings with Daoist and Confucian thought. Its texts are mainly in Classical Chinese, based on translations from Sanskrit. Major schools include Chan (Zen), Pure Land, Tiantai, and Huayan. Chinese Buddhism has greatly influenced East Asian religion and culture.

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Languages of India and abroad

Chinese-English dictionary

阿跌哩 [ā diē lī] refers to: “Atri” [name of a Deity].

阿跌哩 is further associated with the following language/terms:

[Related Chinese terms] 阿底哩.

[Vietnamese] a điệt lý.

[Korean] 아질리 / Ajilli.

[Japanese] アテリ / Ateri.

Source: DILA Glossaries: Digital Dictionary of Buddhism
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Chinese language.

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