Dictionary of Pali Proper Names v2.c31.3563
Dictionary of Pāli Proper Names v2.c31.3563
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Moriyā.—A khattiya clan of India. Among those claiming a share of the Buddha’s relics were the Moriyas of Pipphalivana. They came rather late and had to be satisfied with a share of the ashes.¹ Candagutta, grandfather of Asoka, was also a Moriyan.²