According to the Pali Canon, in the time of Padumattara Buddha, Visakha had been born the friend of a laywoman who was one of that Buddha's principal supporters. In that lifetime, the woman saw Padumattara Buddha declare a laywoman his female lay disciple foremost in generosity.
According to the Pali Canon, during the time of Padumattara Buddha, Visakha was born as a friend of a laywoman who was one of the Buddha's most devoted supporters. In that lifetime, the woman witnessed the Buddha recognize Visakha as his foremost female lay disciple for her generosity.