Mahapurisa Sutta, Mahāpurisa-sutta: 1 definition

Introduction:

Mahapurisa 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)

[«previous next»] — Mahapurisa Sutta in Theravada glossary
Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper Names

Sariputta asks the Buddha who is a mahapurisa. The Buddha answers that it is one who has won emancipation of mind, which can be attained by practising the four satipatthanas. S.v.158.

context information

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).

Discover the meaning of mahapurisa sutta in the context of Theravada from relevant books on Exotic India

See also (Relevant definitions)

Relevant text

Let's grow together!

I humbly request your help to keep doing what I do best: provide the world with unbiased sources, definitions and images. Your donation direclty influences the quality and quantity of knowledge, wisdom and spiritual insight the world is exposed to.

Let's make the world a better place together!

Like what you read? Help to become even better: