Bhiyya: 1 definition
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Bhiyya 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 NamesOne of the chief lay patrons of Paduma Buddha. Bu.ix.23.
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).
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Bhiyyasa.
Full-text: Bhuyya, Yebhuyya, Paduma, Konagamana.
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Dhammapada (Illustrated) (by Ven. Weagoda Sarada Maha Thero)
Verse 18 - The Story of Sumanādevi < [Chapter 1 - Yamaka Vagga (Twin Verses)]
Verse 17 - The Story of Devadatta < [Chapter 1 - Yamaka Vagga (Twin Verses)]
Verse 349-350 - Young Archer the Wise < [Chapter 24 - Taṇhā Vagga (Craving)]
The Great Chronicle of Buddhas (by Ven. Mingun Sayadaw)
Buddha Chronicle 8: Paduma Buddhavaṃsa < [Chapter 9 - The chronicle of twenty-four Buddhas]