An Analysis of the Lokathatu on Metaphysical view

Abstract

This article gives an analysis of the three sizes of Lokathatu in Tipiṭaka to determine
if the objective truth about These heavenly bodies is the same or different from the
Universe. Both astronomers and academics believe that the three sizes of Lokathatu are
too abstract to be compared to the Universe. In addition, there is no defnite meaning of
Lokathatu, whether it means the world or cosmos, if This is the case, the author believes
that this argument may affect Tathakatabodhisaddha which is the basis of Buddhists’ faith
in Lord Bhuddha’s enlightenment. It is, therefore, proposed that analysis of this issue be
done using metaphysical view