Vimalakirti Nivdesa Sutra: 1 definition
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Source: Buddhist Door: GlossaryVimalakirti, a Sanskrit word, means undefiled and pure reputation. Vimalakirti was said to be a native of Vaisali, and an upasaka (not a monk) to assist Shakyamuni to preach and cross over the human beings. The Sutra is the record of interesting conversation between Vimalakirti and Manjusri Bodhisattva regarding the understanding of One Buddha Vehicle.See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Sutra, Vimalakirti.
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