Odantapura, Odanta-pura: 1 definition
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Odantapura means something in the history of ancient India. 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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Source: Wikipedia: India HistoryOdantapura (or Odantapuri, Uddandapura) was a prominent Buddhist Mahavihara in what is now Bihar Sharif in Bihar, India. It is believed to have been established by the Pala ruler Gopala I in the 8th century. It is considered the second oldest of India's Mahaviharas after Nalanda and was situated in Magadha. Inscriptional evidence also indicates that the Mahavihara was supported by local Buddhist kings like the Pithipatis of Bodh Gaya
The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.
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Partial matches: Odanta, Pura.
Full-text: Odantapuri, Uddandapura.
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Formal Education System in Ancient India (by Sushmita Nath)
The Odantapurī university < [Chapter 3 - Centres of Learning in Vedic and Buddhist Period]
The Dawn of the Dhamma (by Sucitto Bhikkhu)
Chapter 20 - Creative Delight < [The Sutta]
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