Four Great Vows: 1 definition
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Four Great Vows 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.
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General definition (in Buddhism)
Source: Buddhist Door: Glossary1. Vow to take across the numberless living beings. 2. Vow to cut off the endless afflictions. 3. Vow to study the countless Dharma doors. 4. Vow to realize the supreme Buddha Way.See also (Relevant definitions)
Full-text: Refrain from killing, Sadhu.
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Search found 4 books and stories containing Four Great Vows; (plurals include: Four Great Vowses). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti) (by K. C. Lalwani)
Part 3 - Kālāsavesiyaputra’s questions to the elderly monks < [Chapter 9]
Part 4 - With Śrāvakas from Tuṅgikā < [Chapter 5]
Vedic influence on the Sun-worship in the Puranas (by Goswami Mitali)
Part 4 - Anti-Vedic Religious System < [Chapter 3 - General Characteristics of the Purāṇic Religion and its Link with the Vedic Tradition]
The Scientific Outlook Of Buddhism (by Wang Chi Biu)
The View From the Center (by Ajahn Amaro)