Siddhatthika, Siddhatthikā: 1 definition
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Siddhatthika 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.
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Theravada (major branch of Buddhism)
Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper NamesOne of the seven heterodox sects which branched off in the second century after the Buddhas death (Mhv.v.12; Dpv.v.54).
They belonged to the Andhakas (q.v.) and held the same views. Kvu.104; Introd.xx.
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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Full-text: Andhaka.
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