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Sambhogakāya

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Also known as enjoyment body

Saṃbhogakāya (, , Tib: ''longs spyod rdzog pa'i sku'') is the second of three aspects of a buddha.

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Saṃbhogakāya (, , Tib: ''longs spyod rdzog pa'i sku) is the second of three aspects of a buddha.

Sambhogakāya'' is a "subtle body of limitless form". Buddhas such as Bhaisajyaguru and Amitābha, as well as advanced bodhisattvas such as Avalokiteśvara and Manjusri can appear in an "enjoyment-body." A Buddha can appear in an "enjoyment-body" to teach bodhisattvas through visionary experiences.

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