Brahmacariya Sutta: 2 definitions

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Brahmacariya Sutta 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)

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Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper Names

1. Brahmacariya Sutta. Brahmacariya is practised for nought else but self restraint and cessation of Ill. A.ii.26.

2. Brahmacariya Sutta. The best practice is the Noble Eightfold Path. Its fruits are sotapatti, etc. S.v.26.

3. Brahmacariya Sutta. The best practice is the Noble Eightfold Path. Its aim is the destruction of lust, hatred, and illusion. S.v.26f.

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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