Vankanasika Tissa, Vaṅkanāsika-tissa: 1 definition

Introduction:

Vankanasika Tissa 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)

[«previous next»] — Vankanasika Tissa in Theravada glossary
Source: Pali Kanon: Pali Proper Names

King of Ceylon (171 4 A.C.). He was the son of Vasabha and his wife was the daughter of King Subha.

He built the Maha mangala vihara and his wife built the Matu vihara in honour of a monk who had given her his blessing.

Vankanasikas son was Gajabahukagamani. Mhv.xxxv.108ff.; Dpv.xxii.12, 27f.

context information

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).

Discover the meaning of vankanasika tissa in the context of Theravada from relevant books on Exotic India

See also (Relevant definitions)

Relevant text

Like what you read? Consider supporting this website: