Asadisadana, Asadisadāna: 1 definition
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Asadisadana 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 NamesThe celebrated almsgiving which Pasenadi, under the guidance and inspiration of Mallika, held, in order to outdo his citizens in their generosity to the Buddha and the Order. The almsgiving was attended with unparalleled splendour, khattiya maidens fanning monks while elephants held white parasols over them and golden boats filled with perfumes and flowers were placed in the gay pavilion where the monks were fed.
Four gifts of priceless value were given to the Buddha, a white parasol, a couch whereon to rest, a stand and a footstool.
These gifts were never after equalled by those of anyone else, each Buddha receiving these gifts only once in his lifetime (DA.ii.653-4; DhA.iii.183-6).
The Aditta, the Dasabrahmana and the Sivi Jatakas were all preached in reference to the Asadisadana.
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).
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Starts with: Asadisadana Vatthu.
Full-text: Asadisadana Vatthu, Dasabrahmana Jataka, Junha, Sivi Jataka, Aditta Jataka.
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Dhammapada (Illustrated) (by Ven. Weagoda Sarada Maha Thero)
Verse 177 - The Story of the Unrivalled Alms-Giving < [Chapter 13 - Loka Vagga (World)]