Lokayatika Sutta, Lokāyatika-sutta: 1 definition
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Lokayatika Sutta 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 brahmin, well versed in Lokayata (q.v.), asks the Buddha a series of questions regarding the world and existence. The Buddha ignores them and teaches him the paticcasamuppada, which he accepts. S.ii.77f.
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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Partial matches: Lokayatika, Sutta.
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