Nissenidayaka: 1 definition

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Nissenidayaka 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»] — Nissenidayaka in Theravada glossary
Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper Names

An arahant. In the time of Kondanna Buddha he built a stairway for the Buddha by which he might ascend to his cell.

Thirty one kappas ago he was king three times, under the name of Pahasambahula. Ap.i.187.

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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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