Asokapujaka: 1 definition

Introduction:

Asokapujaka 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)

[«previous next»] — Asokapujaka in Theravada glossary
Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper Names

An arahant.

Ninety four kappas ago he was the kings park keeper in Tivara and offered an Asoka flower to the Buddha Paduma.

Seventy kappas ago he became king sixteen times under the name Arunanjaha. Ap.i.199.

context information

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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