Dighalatthi, Dīghalaṭṭhi: 1 definition
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Dighalatthi 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 NamesA devaputta who once visited the Buddha at the Kalandakanivapa in Veluvana and spoke a verse (S.i.52). The Commentary (SA.i.87) says that Dighalatthi (long stick) was his nickname, referring to his great height while on earth.
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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