Phaya, Phāyā: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Phaya means something in Jainism, Prakrit, Hindi. 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.
Alternative spellings of this word include Faya.
Languages of India and abroad
Hindi dictionary
Source: DDSA: A practical Hindi-English dictionaryPhāyā (फाया) [Also spelled faya]:—(nm) see [phāhā].
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Prakrit-English dictionary
Source: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionaryPhāya (फाय) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Sphīta.
Prakrit is an ancient language closely associated with both Pali and Sanskrit. Jain literature is often composed in this language or sub-dialects, such as the Agamas and their commentaries which are written in Ardhamagadhi and Maharashtri Prakrit. The earliest extant texts can be dated to as early as the 4th century BCE although core portions might be older.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Phayaa mue lek, Phayaa muun lek, Phayaa plong kham, Phayaa raak dieo, Phayaa raak lueang, Phayaa rai bai, Phayaa yo, Phayaa-plong-thong, Phayada, Phayade, Phayadeshira, Phayala, Phayanma, Phayara.
Ends with: Gayasphaya, Nipphaya, Rephaya, Samsphaya, Saphaya, Vamphaya.
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A Discourse on Paticcasamuppada (by Venerable Mahasi Sayadaw)
Chapter 4 - Story Of Mendaka < [Part 8]
Review of Padmaka (Prunus cerasoides) and its medicinal uses. < [Volume 4, issue 1: January - February 2017]