Uruvela Vihara, Uruvela-vihāra: 1 definition
Introduction:
Uruvela Vihara 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 NamesA vihara in Ceylon, restored by Vijayabahu I. (Mhv.lx.59). It may have been in the city called Devanagara (Cv.Trs.i.220, n.2).
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).
See also (Relevant definitions)
Relevant text
No search results for Uruvela Vihara, Uruvela-vihāra; (plurals include: Uruvela Viharas, vihāras) in any book or story.