"avadana" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: avadanas [plural]
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  1. (Buddhism) A form of Buddhist literature correlating the virtuous deeds of past lives with events taking place in subsequent lives. Categories (topical): Buddhism
    Sense id: en-avadana-en-noun-g5Hzv84R Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: Buddhism, lifestyle, religion

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