Patalipujaka: 1 definition
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Patalipujaka 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 Names1. Patalipujaka Thera
An arahant. Thirty one kappas ago he carried some papali flowers on his head and offered them to Vessabhu Buddha. Ap.i.224f.
2. Patalipujaka TheraAn arahant. In the past, while going from Bandhumati to bathe in the river, with three patali flowers in his waist, he saw Vipassi Buddha entering the city and offered him the flowers. Ap.i.290.
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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