Dictionary of Pali Proper Names v1.c21.686
Dictionary of Pāli Proper Names v1.c21.686
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v1.c21.686
17. Tissa.—A monk, called Asubhakammika-Tissa. He is mentioned in the Commentaries¹ as an example of a good friend, devoted to the contemplation of asubha, association with whom helps one to get rid of lust. His teacher was Mahātissa of Koṭapabbata-vihāra.² 18. Tissa.—A master of writing (*lekhācariya*). Even after his death he was known by reason of his writing.¹