Individuals Worthy Of Constructing Stupas For Reverence In Buddhist Scriptures

Abstract

Stupas in Buddhist scriptures are constructed to house revered objects for worship. They serve as reminders to cultivate mindfulness and other moral virtues. Examples include the relics of the Buddha, the relics of the Buddha's followers, or the bones of respected individuals deserving of having a stupa built for reverence in Buddhist scriptures. Stupas are created to house objects of worship, such as the bones of revered individuals, etc. "Thad-Chedi" refers to structures containing the sacred relics of the Buddha, great kings, and emperors. "Boripokkachedi" refers to places related to Buddhist sites or places where the Buddha once stayed, such as birthplaces, enlightenment sites, and places of passing away. "Dhammachedi" consists of mantras comprising the Four Noble Truths or Buddhist scriptures such as the Tripitaka. "Uthesikachedi" are things created to be dedicated to the Buddha, but it is not specified how these things should be created, as the chedi has broad and diverse meanings, as mentioned. Stupas represent structures above burial grounds or are constructed to house relics. Hence, stupas serve as substitutes for traditional Chedis.