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Glossary of terms used in Buddhism  
 
 

Adi-Buddha
    (Language:   Sanskrit)
In Buddhist cosmology, the universal or primordial Buddha (more)

Ajatasatru
    (Language:   Sanskrit)
The evil prince in the Contemplation Sutra and Nirvana Sutra. He is an example of the power of the Buddha to save. (more)

akunin shoki
    (Language:   Japanese)
evil person as the object of Amida Buddha’s salvation (more)

Amida Buddha
    (Language:   Japanese)
The Buddha of Eternal Life and Infinite Light (more)

Amrta
    (Language:   Sanskrit)
The nectar of immortality, associated with Amida Buddha. (more)

anjin
    (Language:   Japanese)
In Buddhism, the settled mind, tranquil mind, a parallel term to shinjin, true entrusting. (more)

Avalokitesvara
    (Language:   Sanskrit)
The Bodhisattva of Compassion, companion of Amida Buddha, as personification of his compassion. (more)

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