Vihāra generally refers to a Buddhist temple or Buddhist monastery for Buddhist renunciates, mostly in the Indian subcontinent.

Vihara, early type of Buddhist monastery consisting of an open court surrounded by open cells accessible through an entrance porch. The viharas in India were originally constructed to …

In Buddhism a vihāra generally refers to a dwelling place for monks, and is often translated as "monastery" or "temple." [1] The Princeton Dictionary states: In the story of the life of the …

Mar 27, 2019 · A vihara usually refers to a Buddhist monastery that is inhabited by Buddhist monks. However, the term can have different meanings. For instance, in other religious texts, …

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In the Sigalovada Sutta, the Buddha offers profound guidance for laypeople, emphasizing ethical conduct, responsible living, and the cultivation of harmonious relationships. This discourse, …

Jan 19, 2025 · Vihāra (विहार) refers to a “temple”, and in a broader sense represents “devotional place” or “residence of God”. It is one of commonly used names for a temple, as …

A Vihara (Sanskrit: meaning "dwelling" or "house") was the ancient Indian term for a Buddhist monastery. Originally, viharas were dwelling places used by wandering monks during the rainy …

Jan 27, 2025 · Viharas and Viharas Chaityas are two major types of Buddhist rock-cut architecture that played a significant role in the spread and development of Buddhism in …

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