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Hinayana
Hi·na·ya·na
[
hnə ynə
]
noun
Definition:
conservative form of Buddhism:
a form of Buddhism characterized by adherence to the early Pali scriptures and the nontheistic pursuit of purification through Nirvana. It is found mainly in Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia.
[
Mid-19th century. < Sanskrit, "lesser vehicle"
]
Hi·na·ya·nist
noun
Hi·na·ya·nis·tic
[
hnə yaa nístik
]
adjective
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