Significance of Aristocrats
In Theravada Buddhism, the term Aristocrats describes individuals who belong to the ruling class or nobility. These people are often seen as having been born into favorable conditions, a result of wholesome kamma, or actions from past lives. This perspective emphasizes the connection between one's social status and the moral quality of their previous deeds, suggesting that their advantageous circumstances are not merely coincidental but rather a reflection of their past positive actions.
Synonyms: Nobility, Gentry, Upper class, High society
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Buddhist concept of 'Aristocrats'
In Buddhism, "Aristocrats" signifies individuals from the ruling class or nobility, who often benefit from favorable circumstances attributed to their positive karma (wholesome kamma) accumulated from past actions.
From: A Discourse on Paticcasamuppada
(1) Members of the ruling class or nobility, likely born into advantageous circumstances due to wholesome kamma.[1]