amitabha
|a-mi-ta-bha|
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/ˌɑːmɪˈtɑːbə/
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/ˌæmɪˈtɑːbə/
infinite light
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amitabha' originates from Sanskrit, specifically the word 'अमिताभ' (amitābha), where 'amita' meant 'infinite' and 'ābha' meant 'light'.
Historical Evolution
'अमिताभ' transformed into the Chinese word '阿弥陀' (Āmítuó), and eventually became the modern English word 'amitabha' through Japanese influence.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'infinite light', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a celestial Buddha'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
amitabha is a celestial Buddha according to the scriptures of Mahayana Buddhism.
Amitabha is often depicted in a meditative pose.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/17 05:21