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Ekanjaliya 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. Ekanjaliya Thera - An arahant. Ninety two kappas ago he provided a place of residence for the Buddha Tissa in an udumbara grove and spread for him a carpet of flowers and paid homage to him with clasped hands. Once he was a king, called Ekanjalika. Ap.i.236.
2. Ekanjalika Thera - An arahant. Ninety four kappas ago he saw the Pacceka Buddha Romasa, on the banks of a river and, being pleased with his radiant appearance, paid homage to him with clasped hands. Ap.i.281.
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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