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Here are some informative websites that have a breif outline of the differences: The schools of Tibetan Buddhism http://dl.lib.brown.edu/BuddhistTempleArt/buddhism2.html The Buddhist schools of Mahayana and Theravada http://www.buddhanet.net/e-learning/buddhistworld/schools1.htm http://www.buddhanet.net/e-learning/snapshot02.htmth For a table outlining the differences that is extremely straight forward check out http://www.religionfacts.com/Buddhism/fastfacts/differences_theravada_mahayana.htm
If you want more of a better explanation and detail, including info on the different schools, get The Buddhist Bible.Though we have no actual bible, this is just a great book with information from many different sources. For more go to Buddhistebooks.com and there are many other sources where you can even have actual free books shipped to you, or locate a retreat or local Budddhist Temple or Meditation Hall. namaste!
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What is the main difference between Theravada Buddhism and Mahayana Buddhism?
Mahayana is longer and easier path towards enlightenment and Vajrayana is quicker and more harsh and hardworking path towards the achievement of enlightenment.
What is the main difference between the two main branches of buddism?
The main difference between Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism is their approach to enlightenment. Theravada focuses on individual realization and self-liberation, while Mahayana emphasizes compassion and the idea of helping all beings achieve enlightenment. Additionally, Mahayana includes a wider range of texts and practices than Theravada.
What are the two truths of reality in Buddhism?
In Mahayana Buddhism, a distinction is made between relative truth and absolute truth.
What is the difference between the concept of Arhat and the Mahayana concept of the Boddhisatva?
The difference in the concept of Arhat and the Mahayana concept of the Boddhisatva is the difference in the set of obscurations.
What is one of the main differences between the Mahayana and Theraveda branches of Buddhism?
it's different beliefs and religion
What are the major differences between schools of Buddhism like Theravada Mahayana Zen and Jogye?
well...it's a hard one. Tibet is a Buddhism hollyland,I suggest you go there and find out yourself.'Cause the most important meaning of Buddhism can never described.
What is the difference between Hinduism and buddhism?
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What is difference between buddhism and Hinduism?
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What is one difference between Buddhism and himduism?
religion
Difference between Mahayana Buddhism and Tibetan Buddhism?
Buddhism encompasses several sects that hold a wide range of beliefs, with core Buddhist concepts. The Tibetan branch of Buddhism contains animistic and shamanistic elements. Tibetan Buddhists believe that when the Dalai Lama and the Panchen Lama die, they are re-incarnated in this world, for them to follow again. So, the present Dalai Lama is the re-incarnation of his predecessor.
What is the difference between Amida Buddhism and zen Buddhism?
Both Zen and Amida are forms of Mahayana Buddhism. Zen is the Japanese form of Ch'an Buddhism and is found in several schools (Soto, Rinzai, & Obaku Zen). Zen is called the "Sudden Teaching" as it endeavours to bring forth enlightenment (Satori or Kensho) by living and focusing on the here and now. Amida or "Pure Land" Buddism is found in Japan in Jōdo-shū, Jōdo Shinshū and Shingon sects. It is an esoteric form of Buddhism that focuses on ritual, visualization and mantras.
How is Hinduism and buddhism similar?
There is no similarity between Buddhism and Hinduism though both of them are originated from India. Main difference is Hinduism believes in existence of God while Buddhism dont.
