Chattadayaka: 1 definition

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Chattadayaka 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)

[«previous next»] — Chattadayaka in Theravada glossary
Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper Names

An arahant. Ninety four kappas ago he was a king and his son became a Pacceka Buddha.

One day, while seeking his son, he came across his funeral pyre; he worshipped it and placed over it his parasol as a mark of respect.

Twenty five kappas ago he was king seven times under the name of Maharaha. Ap.i.244f.

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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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