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Pali Buddhist Dictionary |
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Dictionary of Buddhist terms written in Pali, an ancient Indian language, translated into English with relate synonyms and explanations according to the Buddhist thought. It includes also some Thai words. This distinguished dictionary of Buddhist terms has been especially developed for those interested in the Buddhist ascetics.
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Created By: Paul Trafford
Submitted to the Babylon Information Platform
under the title A Pali Buddhist Glossary
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Pali Buddhist Dictionary INDEX:
List of Terms: Terms beginning with "A", Page 1 |
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1 2 A: Page 1 of 2.
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Term of the day
Rinpoche
This is an honorific term applied to lamas in Vajrayana (Tibetan) Buddhism. It literally means "greatly precious" and is given to masters who are highly valued for their spiritual knowledge. A Rinpoche is often believed to be the reincarnation of a lama, guru, or even a bodhisattva or a buddha. For introductions to some Rinpoches, go here.
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