Dhammapada

At a glance

datec. 3rd c. BCE

civilizationBuddhist

categoryMeditation / Scripture

writingPali

History, context & interpretation

What this document is

Collection of sayings of the Buddha on ethics and meditation. Traditional compilation of the Buddha's words.

Dating and civilization

Dhammapada is catalogued under Buddhist and is dated c. 3rd c. BCE. Its recorded category is Meditation / Scripture, associated with Pali.

Where to investigate

Manuscripts in Sri Lankan, Thai, and other Theravada collections; British Library holds early copies

Connected traditions

This entry connects to Ra (Re), Hera, An (Anu). Follow the linked deity profiles to compare stories and roles.

Sources and further reading

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dhammapada

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