The term "Pali" denotes a set of sacred texts of the
Buddhists. The nature of literature in Pali language is basically
religious and philosophical. Pali literature has a rich collection of
Buddhist texts and scriptures. The basic and the most important part of
the teachings of Buddha is called as "Tipitika". It is said
that most of the original teachings of Buddha are contained in Tipitika.
Still some people insist that Pali Tipitika has the original teachings
of Buddha. Read on further to know more about Pali language literature.
The 2500-year-old Theravada tradition is carefully preserved in Pali. It
is famously known as "Buddhavachana", which means words of
Buddha. It is said that the most genuine form of the teachings of Buddha
are preserved in Pali literature. The very foundation of Buddhism is
contained in these texts and the society takes maximum pains to make
sure that they are carefully preserved. Pali signifies the very tenet of
Buddhism.
Pali is a very refined and pure language that was spoken during the
early years of 600-200 B.C. This was the time period of the Indo-Aryan
era in the continent. It was widely spoken by people not only in India
but in neighboring countries as well. Though it is not spoken in the
contemporary world, it has left behind a rich heritage of literature
that is relevant to the socio-cultural environment of not only India,
but also countries like Thailand, Sri Lanka and other neighboring
countries.
