一切經音義 29.58

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Kṣatriya (剎帝利): The upper character is pronounced *chà* (剎). It is also Sanskrit; here it is translated as 'field-owner' (田主). From ancient times onward, they have been the noble clan of royal lineage. They too study the four Vedas; they are broadly learned and retain much in memory, and are humane, forgiving, magnanimous, and benevolent, devoting themselves to statecraft. Those among them whose appearance and merits are superior are established by the multitude as king.