Adhitthāna, as a doctrinal term, occurs chiefly in two meanings:

1. ‘Foundation’: four ‘foundations or basics’ of an Arahat’s mentality, mentioned and explained in M. 140: the foundation of understanding paññā, of truthfulness sacca of generosity cāga and of peace upasama. See also D. 33 and Com.

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2. ‘Determination’, resolution, resolve in: adhitthāna - iddhi magical power of determination’ see: iddhi, adhitthāna - pāramī perfection of resolution’ see: pāramī.