Dictionary of Pali Proper Names v1.c24.525
Dictionary of Pāli Proper Names v1.c24.525
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v1.c24.525
Dhīrā.—Two Therīs of this name are mentioned, both belonging to the Sākyans of Kapilavatthu. They were members of the Bodhisatta’s court, at the time when he became the Buddha. They left home with Pajāpatī Gotamī, entered the Order and became arahants.¹