Significance of Pamshukulika
Pamshukulika in Buddhism signifies something associated with loathsomeness, specifically referring to a dust heap. In Theravada tradition, it pertains to rags or cloth crafted from dust collected from graveyards, which the Buddha wore as a robe. This term embodies themes of impermanence and humility within the Buddhist teachings, illustrating the significance of detachment from material possessions and the acceptance of transience.
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Buddhist concept of 'Pamshukulika'
Pamshukulika in Buddhism signifies both a loathsome quality related to a dust heap and refers to rags or cloth made from graveyard dust, symbolizing detachment and humility, as exemplified by the Buddha wearing such a robe.
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) Rags or a cloth made from heap of dust taken from a graveyard, which the Buddha donned as a robe.[1]
From: Apadana commentary (Atthakatha)
(1) an adjective describing something related to a dust heap, indicating loathsomeness.[2]