Maitreya
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English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Transliteration of Sanskrit मैत्रेय (maitreya, “friendly, benevolent”).
Pronunciation[edit]
Proper noun[edit]
Maitreya
- (Buddhism) A bodhisattva who is considered to be a future Buddha.
- (Hinduism) A sage of ancient India.
Related terms[edit]
Translations[edit]
bodhisattva
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See also[edit]
References[edit]
- Puranic Encyclopedia: a comprehensive dictionary with special reference to the epic and Puranic literature, Vettam Mani, Motilal Banarsidass, Delhi, 1975, p. 469.