Chariya, Chariyā: 1 definition
Introduction:
Chariya 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.
Ambiguity: Although Chariya has separate glossary definitions below, it also represents an alternative spelling of the word Cariya. It further has the optional forms Chariyā, Chari-ā and Chari-a.
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Prakrit-English dictionary
Source: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionaryChāriya (छारिय) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Chārika.
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)
Partial matches: Chari, A, Carin.
Starts with: Cariya, Cariyai, Cariyaiyilnanam, Cariyaiyilyokam, Cariyaiyircariyai, Cariyaiyirkiriyai, Cariyal, Cariyam, Cariyan, Cariyapatam, Cariyavan.
Ends with: Acchariya, Achariya, Anacchariya, Brahmachariya, Cariya, Kachariya, Kulamacchariya, Kusalamacchariya, Labhamacchariya, Macchariya, Manacariya.
Full-text: Charika.
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