Nama Sutta, Nāma-sutta: 1 definition
Introduction:
Nama 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 NamesPreached in answer to a devas question nama, more than anything else, brings everything beneath its sway. S.i.39.
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)
Ends with: Culapunnama Sutta, Mahanama Sutta, Mahapunnama Sutta, Punnama Sutta, Theranama Sutta.
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