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What are some of the religion's of Buddhism?
Some of the SECTS of Buddhism are Theravada, Mahayana, Tibetan, and Zen Buddhism. Buddhism is a religion, and therefor it has no "religions".
Is there an accepted canon of sutras across Buddhism or within the sects?
Yes, an accepted canon of sutras in Buddhism is the Mahayana sutra.
Is Buddhism one religion or many religions?
Many Buddhists don't consider Buddhism to be a religion, but a philosophy. There are many different sects within Buddhism, like Mahayana or Zen, which use different techniques to understand the true nature of reality, and interpret the teachings given by the Buddha somewhat differently. Most of those sects believe that the other sects are all valid interpretations of Dharma, though there are some who think theirs is the only way.
What sections that develop out of Buddhism?
If you are referring to Sects, there are numerous sects in Buddhism. Probably the most famous are Mahayana, Theravada, and Zen.
What is a sect?
sects are religious or political groups. Alida is a central figure in the "Pure Land" sects of Buddhism.
How many sects are there in Buddhism at Japan?
Japan is home to several distinct Buddhist sects, the main ones being Tendai, Shingon, Pure Land (Jodo), Nichiren, and Zen. Each sect has its own beliefs, practices, and teachings, reflecting the diverse interpretations of Buddhism in the country. In total, there are approximately 13 major sects and numerous sub-sects, making Japanese Buddhism quite varied. The exact number can vary depending on how sects are classified and recognized.
How many sects are in Buddhism if there are any?
You can read about the different schools of Buddhism here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schools_of_Buddhism
What is the another name of Buddha Religion?
Buddhism. There are many different sects.
What are the names of the three different sects of Buddhism?
Theravada,Mahayana, and Mantrayana
What sects of Buddhism have evolved over time?
You can read about the different schools of Buddhism here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schools_of_Buddhism
What does branches mean in Buddhism?
To discuss different branches of Buddhism is to discuss different sects or varieties of Buddhism. Buddhist scriptures are commonly divided into Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana. Zen Buddhism is a kind of Mahayana Buddhism. .
What are the sects of mountain Buddhism?
Two Japanese schools called Shingon and Tendai.
