Articles on Buddhist Terminology Analysis
New Contributions to the Interpretation of the Mahavamsa
By Wilhelm Geiger · The Indian Historical Quarterly, 1933
**Summary of "New Contributions to the Interpretation of the Mahavamsa"** This work explores local traditions and historical details related to the Mahavamsa, particularly focusing on King Dutthagimani’s conflict with his brother Tissa. The author identifies…
On some Tibetan names of the Buddha
By F. Otto Schneider · The Indian Historical Quarterly, 1933
Notes On The Nagarjunikosda Inscriptions - IV - Pasidakinam
By Nalinaksha Dutt · The Indian Historical Quarterly, 1931
The second Apsidal Temple inscription (F) from Nagarjunikosda ends with a list of regions and the phrase "dipappasidakanam," which Dr. Vogel interprets as "conversion" by Ceylonese monks. The inscription mentions nuns (theriyd) from Tambapanni (Ceylon) who…