King of Madhurá. His mother was the sister of Pajjota, King of Avanti, hence the name Avantiputta (MA.ii.738).

 

He once went in royal state to visit Mahá Kaccána who was staying in the Gundá Grove in Madhurá.

 

Their discussion is recorded in the Madhura Sutta (M.ii.83-90).

 

It is said that after the interview Avantiputta became a follower of the Buddha's teaching.


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