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[じょう()·()·()·ぶっ()·きょう()]
jouzabubukkyou
noun

Root Words:

[じょう()·() + () + ぶっ()·きょう()]
jouza + bu + bukkyou

English Meaning(s) for 上座部仏教

noun
  1. Theravada Buddhism

Definition and Synonyms for 上座部仏教

Theravada one of two great schools of Buddhist doctrine emphasizing personal salvation through your own efforts
Synonyms: 上座部仏教
Theravada a conservative form of Buddhism that adheres to Pali scriptures and the non-theistic ideal of self purification to nirvana
Synonyms: 上座部仏教
Theravada the dominant religion of Sri Lanka (Ceylon) and Myanmar (Burma) and Thailand and Laos and Cambodia
Synonyms: 上座部仏教

Meanings for each kanji in 上座部仏教

» above; up
» squat; seat; cushion; gathering; sit
» section; bureau; dept; class; copy; part; portion; counter for copies of a newspaper or magazine
» Buddha; the dead; France
» teach; faith; doctrine

Categories 上座部仏教 is a member of

Buddhism the teaching of Buddha that life is permeated with suffering caused by desire, that suffering ceases when desire ceases, and that enlightenment obtained through right conduct and wisdom and meditation releases one from desire and suffering and rebirth
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