Jattha, Jatthā: 3 definitions
Introduction:
Jattha means something in Jainism, Prakrit, Hindi. 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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Hindi dictionary
Source: DDSA: A practical Hindi-English dictionaryJatthā (जत्था):—(nm) a band; gang; flock; ~[baṃdī] formation into groups or bands; [jatthedāra] a group-leader (amongst sikhs).
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Prakrit-English dictionary
Source: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionary1) Jaṭṭha (जट्ठ) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Iṣṭa.
2) Jaṭṭha (जट्ठ) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Iṣṭa.
3) Jattha (जत्थ) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Yatra.
Prakrit is an ancient language closely associated with both Pali and Sanskrit. Jain literature is often composed in this language or sub-dialects, such as the Agamas and their commentaries which are written in Ardhamagadhi and Maharashtri Prakrit. The earliest extant texts can be dated to as early as the 4th century BCE although core portions might be older.
Nepali dictionary
Source: unoes: Nepali-English DictionaryJatthā (जत्था):—n. group; party; band; gang; flock;
Nepali is the primary language of the Nepalese people counting almost 20 million native speakers. The country of Nepal is situated in the Himalaya mountain range to the north of India.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Ends with: Ajattha, Vivajjattha.
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The Mahavastu (great story) (by J. J. Jones)
Chapter XI - The Jātaka of the Crow (kāka) < [Volume III]
A Historical Study of Kaushambi (by Nirja Sharma)
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