Buddhata, Buddhatā: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Buddhata 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
General definition (in Buddhism)
Source: Shambala Publications: GeneralBuddha-nature (Skt., buddhatā); according to the Mahāyāna view, the true, immutable, and eternal nature of all beings. Since all beings possess buddha-nature, it is possible for them to attain enlightenment and become a buddha, regardless of what level of existence they occupy.
The interpretation of the essence of buddha-nature varies from school to school; there is controversy over whether all beings and also inanimate entities actually possess buddha-nature.
Languages of India and abroad
Pali-English dictionary
Source: Sutta: The Pali Text Society's Pali-English DictionaryBuddhatā, (f.) (abstr. fr. buddha) enlightenment, wisdom DhA. IV, 228; ThA. 4 (Buddha-subuddhatā).—Cp. buddhatta. (Page 490)
Pali is the language of the Tipiṭaka, which is the sacred canon of Theravāda Buddhism and contains much of the Buddha’s speech. Closeley related to Sanskrit, both languages are used interchangeably between religions.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Buddhatanti, Buddhatara, Buddhatarana.
Full-text: Buddhatta, Lankavatarasutra.
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Search found 5 books and stories containing Buddhata, Buddhatā; (plurals include: Buddhatas, Buddhatās). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Buddha-nature (as Depicted in the Lankavatara-sutra) (by Nguyen Dac Sy)
3. Buddhatā: The Essence of Buddha (Introduction) < [Chapter 4 - The Thought of Buddha-Nature in the Laṅkāvatārasūtra]
3.3. Cleansing the Twofold Group of Passions < [Chapter 4 - The Thought of Buddha-Nature in the Laṅkāvatārasūtra]
3.2. Overcoming the Twofold Death < [Chapter 4 - The Thought of Buddha-Nature in the Laṅkāvatārasūtra]
Theravada Buddhist studies in Japan (by Keiko Soda)
8. Conclusion of chpater 3 < [Chapter 3 - Theravada and Mahayana (comparison and contrast)]
Mahayana Mahaparinirvana Sutra
Chapter II - On Cunda < [Section One]
Chapter VIII - On the Four Dependables < [Section One]
Lankavatara Sutra (by Daisetz Teitaro Suzuki)
A Dictionary Of Chinese Buddhist Terms (by William Edward Soothill)