Dharmaguptah: 1 definition
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Source: Buddhist Door: GlossaryOne of the Hinayana sect, a subdivision of Sarvastivadah, developed from Mahisasakah and located in northwest India and Central Asia. Literally means those who protect (or preserve) the Law. They were instrumental informing the cult of the stupa, and were expert in incantation.See also (Relevant definitions)
Full-text: Dharmagupta, Mulasarvastivada, Eighteen Hinayana Sects.
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