Description
This comprehensive English-Pali Dictionary is an indispensable resource for anyone studying Pali language, Buddhist philosophy, or ancient Indian texts. With 601 pages of meticulously compiled entries, it serves both academic scholars and spiritual practitioners seeking accurate translations and meanings of Pali terms. Published by the renowned Motilal Banarsidass in 2007, this hardcover reference helps you decode Buddhist sutras, historical manuscripts, and classical Pali literature with confidence. Whether you’re a linguistics student, Buddhist researcher, or language enthusiast in India, this dictionary bridges the gap between English and Pali with clarity and scholarly precision.
- Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass Publishers; New edition (1 January 2007)
- Language : English, Pali
- Hardcover : 601 pages
- ISBN-10 : 8120806069
- ISBN-13 : 978-8120806061
- Item Weight : 794 g
- Dimensions : 15.88 x 3.81 x 22.86 cm
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this English-Pali Dictionary best for?
This dictionary is ideal for Pali language students, Buddhist scholars, Sanskrit researchers, and anyone studying ancient Buddhist texts or Theravada Buddhism. It’s also useful for linguists, academic institutions, and spiritual practitioners in India who want authoritative Pali-English translations.
Can I use this dictionary to learn Pali from scratch?
While this is primarily a reference dictionary rather than a learning textbook, it’s extremely valuable as a companion resource alongside Pali language courses. It helps you understand word meanings, etymology, and usage in authentic Buddhist texts.
What makes Motilal Banarsidass dictionaries reliable?
Motilal Banarsidass is India’s most trusted publisher of Sanskrit, Pali, and Buddhist texts. They employ scholarly editors and maintain rigorous academic standards, making their dictionaries authoritative references used in universities and research institutions across India.
Is this the same as a regular English dictionary?
No, this is a specialized bilingual dictionary that translates Pali words into English. Pali is an ancient Indian language used in Buddhist scriptures, so this dictionary focuses specifically on Pali vocabulary, meanings, and context within Buddhist and historical texts.
How many words are included in this Pali dictionary?
The dictionary contains 601 pages of comprehensive Pali-English entries. While the exact word count isn’t specified, this extensive page count ensures coverage of most common and academic Pali terms used in Buddhist literature.
