Dhīrā

Two Therīs of this name are mentioned, both belonging to the Sākiyans of Kapilavatthu.

They were members of the Bodhisatta's court, at the time when he became the Buddha.

They left home with Pajāpatī Gotamī, entered the Order and became arahants. Thig.6, 7; ThigA.12.

Dictionary of Pali Proper Names, G P Malalasekera (1899-1973), which is available as printed version from