Makuta Cetiya; 1 Definition(s)

Introduction

Makuta Cetiya 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)

A monument erected by Sakka on the summit of Sineru, enshrining a lock of hair cut off by Dipankara Buddha, when he renounced the world and became a monk. BuA.68.

Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper Names

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).

Relevant definitions

Partial matches: Makuta, Cetiya.

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