< is 'bhavissa.m' an alternative form
for 'bhavissaami'? >

Yes! There are more than just a handful of similar future forms in th canon.
Please consult Geiger's Pali Grammar § 150ff. However, most of them occur in
verse and are in my opinion due to metrical constraints. However, due to
elision of syllabic /i/ from aami the metrically heavy syllable aam becomes
a.m, which is equally heavy or long if you like.

Best regards,

Ole Pind
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