Dalidda Sutta: 2 definitions
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Dalidda 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)
Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper Names1. Dalidda Sutta - Preached at the Kalandakanivapa in Rajagaha. A poor man of Rajagaha, following the teaching of the Buddha, was reborn in Tavatimsa, outshining the other gods in beauty and glory. This vexed them, but Sakka appealed to them saying that he who had learning, charity and wisdom, in accordance with the Buddhas teachings, was certain to obtain great bliss. S.i.231f.
2. Dalidda Sutta - The term poor wretch (dalidda) is rightly applicable to him who does not develop the seven bojjhangas. S.v.100.
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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Partial matches: Dalidda, Sutta.
Ends with: Adalidda Sutta.
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