Cei: 1 definition
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Cei means something in Jainism, Prakrit. 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.
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Source: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionary1) Cei (चेइ) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Cedi.
2) Cei (चेइ) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Caitya.
2) Cei has the following synonyms: Ceia.
Prakrit is an ancient language closely associated with both Pali and Sanskrit. Jain literature is often composed in this language or sub-dialects, such as the Agamas and their commentaries which are written in Ardhamagadhi and Maharashtri Prakrit. The earliest extant texts can be dated to as early as the 4th century BCE although core portions might be older.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Ceia, Ceia, Ceiba, Ceiba pentandra, Ceiba trichistandra, Ceiba ventricosa, Ceibo, Ceibo macho, Ceicei, Ceinem.
Ends with: Ceicei, Euphorbia lacei.
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Search found 3 books and stories containing Cei, Cēi, Cēi°; (plurals include: Ceis, Cēis, Cēi°s). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
The history of Andhra country (1000 AD - 1500 AD) (by Yashoda Devi)
Part 22 - Rajaraja I and Beta II (A.D. 1118-1129-1134) < [Chapter II - The Haihayas]
The Religion and Philosophy of Tevaram (Thevaram) (by M. A. Dorai Rangaswamy)
Chapter 3.1 - Tripurantaka-murti (burning down of the three castles) < [Volume 2 - Nampi Arurar and Mythology]
Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story) (by Somadeva)