Manasakata, Manasākata: 1 definition
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Manasakata 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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Theravada (major branch of Buddhism)
Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper NamesA brahmin village in Kosala on the banks of the Aciravati.
It was in a beautiful spot, and eminent brahmins would collect there from time to time in order to find rest and quiet and recite their mantras (DA.ii.399).
The Buddha stayed in the Mango grove to the north of the village, and, during one such stay, preached the Tevijja Sutta. D.i.235.
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).
See also (Relevant definitions)
Full-text: Tarukkha, Tevijja Sutta, Canki, Todeyya, Janussoni, Pokkharasati, Aciravati.
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