How to Mahayana and Theravada Buddhists differ in their beliefs and practices?
Q. ... The only thing I heard is that Mahayanas believe in Bodhisatva's and Kuan Yin. and that its different for Theravada. Do they both believe in the transference of merit? If so, do they believe in it the same way? Sorry if I am wrong about the above. If you could give me some insight, I would be most grateful. Thanks.
Asked by IgNoble Savage - Wed Oct 14 22:26:36 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Theravada Buddhism believes in the ideal of the Arhat who gains his own enlightenment and sees Buddha as the greatest teacher of mankind. It was mostly associated with monks though it is practiced by many lay people as well. They follow the Pali Canon primarily. Mahayana Buddhists believe in the ideal of the Bodhisattva who gains enlightenment by saving other sentient beings from suffering. They see the Buddha as the human form of a higher state of enlightenment and they believe in Bodhisattva deities as well. They were initially meant to bring Buddhism to lay people as well but is also followed by monks and priests. They have many Mahayana sutras mostly in Sanskrit. Quan Yin is the Chinese version of Avalokiteshwara who is an important… [cont.]
Answered by MYTH BUSTER Mission Accomplished - Thu Oct 15 08:02:55 2009
Q. ... The only thing I heard is that Mahayanas believe in Bodhisatva's and Kuan Yin. and that its different for Theravada. Do they both believe in the transference of merit? If so, do they believe in it the same way? Sorry if I am wrong about the above. If you could give me some insight, I would be most grateful. Thanks.
Asked by IgNoble Savage - Wed Oct 14 22:26:36 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Theravada Buddhism believes in the ideal of the Arhat who gains his own enlightenment and sees Buddha as the greatest teacher of mankind. It was mostly associated with monks though it is practiced by many lay people as well. They follow the Pali Canon primarily. Mahayana Buddhists believe in the ideal of the Bodhisattva who gains enlightenment by saving other sentient beings from suffering. They see the Buddha as the human form of a higher state of enlightenment and they believe in Bodhisattva deities as well. They were initially meant to bring Buddhism to lay people as well but is also followed by monks and priests. They have many Mahayana sutras mostly in Sanskrit. Quan Yin is the Chinese version of Avalokiteshwara who is an important… [cont.]
Answered by MYTH BUSTER Mission Accomplished - Thu Oct 15 08:02:55 2009
Does Theravada Buddhism believe that animals can be born as humans and vice versa/?
Q. I'd like to know the differences between Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism. Mahayana says all beings have buddha-nature and one can be reborn as a god, demon, animal, man, etc. What does Theravada say? I've seen the Jataka but those that say the Buddha lived as animal in past lives are non-canonical and more recent.
Asked by HappyBull - Sat Sep 27 01:49:07 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you're concerned about following apocraphy you should be very careful with Mahayana. The Theravada Tipitaka (the canon) is the shortest of Buddhist canons. It's divided into 3 sections and all of them are quite dubious. 1) The vinaya (rules for monks): There were rules in there with no explanation. People will naturally ask in the future, so some monks came up with stories to explain why the rule came into being. Some of the stories are absurd, suggesting the stories were added in later. 2) The Sutta pitaka. Suttas are the heart of Buddhism. The first four nikayas (divisions of the suttas) are agreed to be the oldest. The fifth nikaya (which includes the Jataka; ie. existing Indian moral stories that became buddhaised), is dubious as… [cont.]
Answered by FF - Sat Sep 27 05:38:37 2008
Q. I'd like to know the differences between Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism. Mahayana says all beings have buddha-nature and one can be reborn as a god, demon, animal, man, etc. What does Theravada say? I've seen the Jataka but those that say the Buddha lived as animal in past lives are non-canonical and more recent.
Asked by HappyBull - Sat Sep 27 01:49:07 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you're concerned about following apocraphy you should be very careful with Mahayana. The Theravada Tipitaka (the canon) is the shortest of Buddhist canons. It's divided into 3 sections and all of them are quite dubious. 1) The vinaya (rules for monks): There were rules in there with no explanation. People will naturally ask in the future, so some monks came up with stories to explain why the rule came into being. Some of the stories are absurd, suggesting the stories were added in later. 2) The Sutta pitaka. Suttas are the heart of Buddhism. The first four nikayas (divisions of the suttas) are agreed to be the oldest. The fifth nikaya (which includes the Jataka; ie. existing Indian moral stories that became buddhaised), is dubious as… [cont.]
Answered by FF - Sat Sep 27 05:38:37 2008
Why does Theravada Buddhism use such negative language compared to Mahayana?
Q. Hoenstly, after reading Theravada teachings I have to wonder what would be appealing about them! But Mahayana uses extremely positive language to describe Nirvana such as eternal happiness, uses postive language to describe emptiness (Buddha Nature) and just uses more positive and appealing language for the doctrines in general? Why does Theravada use extremely depressing and negative language? From the Theravada standpoint, Nirvana would seem like extinction. Mahayana makes clear that it's not extinction, but everlasting bliss.
Asked by Jack - Sat Feb 28 02:23:07 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sorry no experts on religion here...
Answered by Slave - Sat Feb 28 02:27:26 2009
Q. Hoenstly, after reading Theravada teachings I have to wonder what would be appealing about them! But Mahayana uses extremely positive language to describe Nirvana such as eternal happiness, uses postive language to describe emptiness (Buddha Nature) and just uses more positive and appealing language for the doctrines in general? Why does Theravada use extremely depressing and negative language? From the Theravada standpoint, Nirvana would seem like extinction. Mahayana makes clear that it's not extinction, but everlasting bliss.
Asked by Jack - Sat Feb 28 02:23:07 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sorry no experts on religion here...
Answered by Slave - Sat Feb 28 02:27:26 2009
What are some good theravada Buddhism books?
Q. I'm thinking about becoming Buddhist, and Theravada is the denomination I like most. So is there are suggested reading on Theravada?
Asked by !>? - Tue Jun 22 14:27:54 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I was once in your position. I was a brand new little 14 year old Buddhist (not that you're necessarily 14 years old), and therevada agrees most with my beliefs. But I think that you'll find that there really is no wrong place to learn. Especially in the west, the denomonation differences are not that strongly present. I especially like "How to Practice" by his Holiness, the Dalai Lama. Also a good read is "The teachings of Zen". I know that you're not really looking for Zen necessarily, but I'm mostly therevadin and found a lot of these quotes to be very helpful. A lot of the concepts are pretty simple, and simply need to be explained in the right way. It's not quite like the Bible or the Quran where it is necessary to memorize… [cont.]
Answered by Nefarious Fox - Tue Jun 22 14:52:12 2010
Q. I'm thinking about becoming Buddhist, and Theravada is the denomination I like most. So is there are suggested reading on Theravada?
Asked by !>? - Tue Jun 22 14:27:54 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I was once in your position. I was a brand new little 14 year old Buddhist (not that you're necessarily 14 years old), and therevada agrees most with my beliefs. But I think that you'll find that there really is no wrong place to learn. Especially in the west, the denomonation differences are not that strongly present. I especially like "How to Practice" by his Holiness, the Dalai Lama. Also a good read is "The teachings of Zen". I know that you're not really looking for Zen necessarily, but I'm mostly therevadin and found a lot of these quotes to be very helpful. A lot of the concepts are pretty simple, and simply need to be explained in the right way. It's not quite like the Bible or the Quran where it is necessary to memorize… [cont.]
Answered by Nefarious Fox - Tue Jun 22 14:52:12 2010
Can Theravada Buddhism and Confucianism be considered religious traditions?
Q. Despite the absence of god or gods, as well as a lack of concern for the afterlife, Theravada Buddhism and Confucianism can be considered religious traditions. That is my prompt and i need 15 pages... any ideas?
Asked by CountryBoy22 - Wed Oct 22 18:08:17 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Describe the fact that a religion is in no ways constrained by gods or afterlives. Demonstrate that they hold all of the necessary attributes to be considered religions and that those who follow them consider them to be religions.
Answered by Duke Paul-Muad'Dib Atreides - Wed Oct 22 18:14:14 2008
Q. Despite the absence of god or gods, as well as a lack of concern for the afterlife, Theravada Buddhism and Confucianism can be considered religious traditions. That is my prompt and i need 15 pages... any ideas?
Asked by CountryBoy22 - Wed Oct 22 18:08:17 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Describe the fact that a religion is in no ways constrained by gods or afterlives. Demonstrate that they hold all of the necessary attributes to be considered religions and that those who follow them consider them to be religions.
Answered by Duke Paul-Muad'Dib Atreides - Wed Oct 22 18:14:14 2008
Both Mahayana and Theravada Buddhisms speak of perfect beings . How are they defined and what is the...?
Q. Both Mahayana and Theravada Buddhisms speak of perfect beings . How are they defined and what is the process of practice and discipline that each tradition delineates to attain such a state/position?
Asked by Finezt - Mon Dec 8 12:08:10 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Good question. You'll find a lot of great articles about this online. There are two distinct versions of a "perfect being" in these traditions- one, a human who experienced Nirvana (Enlightenment) , and two, Bodhisattva consciousness. If you haven't looked into Bodhisattva, I recommend it, as it will help shed some light on the question you're asking. Mahayana and Theravada share the same general guidelines for practice and discipline. They share the four noble truths, the eight fold path, and the belief that all things are impermanent. For the Mahayana, human beings intrinsically posses the ability to move from one life to the next, working toward enlightenment. Much like stripping away layers upon layers of clothing to reveal the… [cont.]
Answered by pixiemcfly - Mon Dec 8 12:50:10 2008
Q. Both Mahayana and Theravada Buddhisms speak of perfect beings . How are they defined and what is the process of practice and discipline that each tradition delineates to attain such a state/position?
Asked by Finezt - Mon Dec 8 12:08:10 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Good question. You'll find a lot of great articles about this online. There are two distinct versions of a "perfect being" in these traditions- one, a human who experienced Nirvana (Enlightenment) , and two, Bodhisattva consciousness. If you haven't looked into Bodhisattva, I recommend it, as it will help shed some light on the question you're asking. Mahayana and Theravada share the same general guidelines for practice and discipline. They share the four noble truths, the eight fold path, and the belief that all things are impermanent. For the Mahayana, human beings intrinsically posses the ability to move from one life to the next, working toward enlightenment. Much like stripping away layers upon layers of clothing to reveal the… [cont.]
Answered by pixiemcfly - Mon Dec 8 12:50:10 2008
When did Theravada and Mahayna start?
Q. Theravada and Mahyana...Buddhist sects and what are some teachings and customs os these sects?
Asked by p.rizament - Wed Nov 26 21:02:44 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The Buddha spoke to all kinds of people: kings and princes, Brahmins, farmers, beggars, learned men and ordinary people. His teachings were tailored to the experiences, levels of understanding and mental capacity of his audience. What he taught was called Buddha Vacana, i.e. word of the Buddha. There was nothing called Theravada or Mahayana at that time. After establishing the Order of monks and nuns, the Buddha laid down certain disciplinary rules called the Vinaya for the guidance of the Order. The rest of his teachings were called the Dhamma which included his discourses, sermons to monks, nuns and lay people.
Answered by unknown - Wed Nov 26 21:23:03 2008
Q. Theravada and Mahyana...Buddhist sects and what are some teachings and customs os these sects?
Asked by p.rizament - Wed Nov 26 21:02:44 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The Buddha spoke to all kinds of people: kings and princes, Brahmins, farmers, beggars, learned men and ordinary people. His teachings were tailored to the experiences, levels of understanding and mental capacity of his audience. What he taught was called Buddha Vacana, i.e. word of the Buddha. There was nothing called Theravada or Mahayana at that time. After establishing the Order of monks and nuns, the Buddha laid down certain disciplinary rules called the Vinaya for the guidance of the Order. The rest of his teachings were called the Dhamma which included his discourses, sermons to monks, nuns and lay people.
Answered by unknown - Wed Nov 26 21:23:03 2008
What are the differences between Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism with respect to rites.?
Q. I really can't find much on the net to do with different rites and rituals.
Asked by LarrikinThomas - Tue Oct 27 21:45:12 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The difference is actually far greater between traditional/Asian variants of Buddhism and modernist/Western (including modernist Asian) variants, whether they be Theravada or Mahayana. Then the style of the rituals are very different from culture to culture even inside for instance the Mahayana tradition.
Answered by juexue - Tue Oct 27 21:56:56 2009
Q. I really can't find much on the net to do with different rites and rituals.
Asked by LarrikinThomas - Tue Oct 27 21:45:12 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. The difference is actually far greater between traditional/Asian variants of Buddhism and modernist/Western (including modernist Asian) variants, whether they be Theravada or Mahayana. Then the style of the rituals are very different from culture to culture even inside for instance the Mahayana tradition.
Answered by juexue - Tue Oct 27 21:56:56 2009
Does Theravada Buddhism follow atheism or more of a pantheism or what?
Q. I'm having difficulty deciphering where the Theravada views of God exist. In Mahayana there are many deities. Are there any for Theravada? Pleae explain. Thnx
Asked by kboyaloha - Mon Apr 27 23:54:06 2009 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Greetings, I think the best way to your answer question is, is that it depends on what you view "God" to be. If you're talking about the Western idea of God, i.e., the Judaic/Christian/Islam view of God, then no sect of Buddhism believes in such a being, whether they be Theravadin or Mahayana sects. Interpretation of such a being can vary, but the general notion is that no such "God" exists in any sect. However, it should be noted that the existence of such a being has no relevance to the Buddhist practice. The main idea is to understand that suffering exists and there's practices to remove that arrow of suffering - the Buddha provided that medicine, and we as practitioners are taking our medicine. We aren't concerned with who shot… [cont.]
Answered by jed s - Fri May 1 08:56:49 2009
Q. I'm having difficulty deciphering where the Theravada views of God exist. In Mahayana there are many deities. Are there any for Theravada? Pleae explain. Thnx
Asked by kboyaloha - Mon Apr 27 23:54:06 2009 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Greetings, I think the best way to your answer question is, is that it depends on what you view "God" to be. If you're talking about the Western idea of God, i.e., the Judaic/Christian/Islam view of God, then no sect of Buddhism believes in such a being, whether they be Theravadin or Mahayana sects. Interpretation of such a being can vary, but the general notion is that no such "God" exists in any sect. However, it should be noted that the existence of such a being has no relevance to the Buddhist practice. The main idea is to understand that suffering exists and there's practices to remove that arrow of suffering - the Buddha provided that medicine, and we as practitioners are taking our medicine. We aren't concerned with who shot… [cont.]
Answered by jed s - Fri May 1 08:56:49 2009
Is the ordination process for Theravada Buddhist nuns harder than that of monks?
Q. if you can, pleeease provide sites that i can have a look at too as this is for an assignment thanks! :)
Asked by stina - Fri Jun 18 05:00:55 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes Monks(Bhikkus) need to follow 227 rules whereas nuns (Bhikkunis) are required to follow 311 rules See here : And also Monks rules : Nuns rules :
Answered by BuddhaFan - Fri Jun 18 05:29:08 2010
Q. if you can, pleeease provide sites that i can have a look at too as this is for an assignment thanks! :)
Asked by stina - Fri Jun 18 05:00:55 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes Monks(Bhikkus) need to follow 227 rules whereas nuns (Bhikkunis) are required to follow 311 rules See here : And also Monks rules : Nuns rules :
Answered by BuddhaFan - Fri Jun 18 05:29:08 2010
Why are Zen and Tibetan Buddhism(s) more popular in the west than Theravada Buddhism?
Q. I heard it's because the Bhikkhus and Bhikkhunis don't have enough dana support from the lay community, a case of 'it's less popular because it's less popular'. Could there be other reasons? Are Zen and Tibetan more politically in tune with the west?
Asked by Mawkish - Sun Aug 16 05:12:38 2009 - - 4 Answers - 2 Comments
A. Well, in traditional Theravada Buddhism it's highly encouraged for one to become a monk, and in fact, Theravada Buddhism says only a monk can attain enlightenment. Mahayana is a little more open and relaxed, especially in regards to laypeople. Of course, there's the Vipassana Movement, but that's not really traditional Theravada.
Answered by Jack (Catholicism is the Truth) - Sun Aug 16 08:13:26 2009
Q. I heard it's because the Bhikkhus and Bhikkhunis don't have enough dana support from the lay community, a case of 'it's less popular because it's less popular'. Could there be other reasons? Are Zen and Tibetan more politically in tune with the west?
Asked by Mawkish - Sun Aug 16 05:12:38 2009 - - 4 Answers - 2 Comments
A. Well, in traditional Theravada Buddhism it's highly encouraged for one to become a monk, and in fact, Theravada Buddhism says only a monk can attain enlightenment. Mahayana is a little more open and relaxed, especially in regards to laypeople. Of course, there's the Vipassana Movement, but that's not really traditional Theravada.
Answered by Jack (Catholicism is the Truth) - Sun Aug 16 08:13:26 2009
Why do Theravada Buddhists reject the Bodhisattva concept?
Q. I'm not putting down Theravada Buddhism at all. I'm just curious.
Asked by Jack (Catholicism is the Truth) - Fri Apr 17 02:00:52 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Theravada accepts both. Bodhisatta (bodhisattva) is the future Buddha. Current Buddhism is of the current Buddha or the Buddha Gotama. Theravada doesn't emphasise the next Buddhism but current Buddhism. Northern Buddhism is about 'to reincarnate as a Buddha'. But some Theravadins have a bit hostility on them. ... Friends: What are the 7 Sets, which produces Enlightenment? Before the Blessed Buddha Gotama (563-483 BC) was the good Buddha Kassapa, and before him were the Buddhas: Kon gamana & Kakusandha all in this universal eon! Before them were there Buddhas: Vessabh , Sikh , V pass , Phussa, and Tissa, Siddhattha, Dhammadass , Atthadass , Pi y adass , Suj ta, and Sumedha, Padumuttara, N rada, Paduma, Anomadass , Sobhita, Revata,… [cont.]
Answered by Born-Down! - Fri Apr 17 10:24:51 2009
Q. I'm not putting down Theravada Buddhism at all. I'm just curious.
Asked by Jack (Catholicism is the Truth) - Fri Apr 17 02:00:52 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Theravada accepts both. Bodhisatta (bodhisattva) is the future Buddha. Current Buddhism is of the current Buddha or the Buddha Gotama. Theravada doesn't emphasise the next Buddhism but current Buddhism. Northern Buddhism is about 'to reincarnate as a Buddha'. But some Theravadins have a bit hostility on them. ... Friends: What are the 7 Sets, which produces Enlightenment? Before the Blessed Buddha Gotama (563-483 BC) was the good Buddha Kassapa, and before him were the Buddhas: Kon gamana & Kakusandha all in this universal eon! Before them were there Buddhas: Vessabh , Sikh , V pass , Phussa, and Tissa, Siddhattha, Dhammadass , Atthadass , Pi y adass , Suj ta, and Sumedha, Padumuttara, N rada, Paduma, Anomadass , Sobhita, Revata,… [cont.]
Answered by Born-Down! - Fri Apr 17 10:24:51 2009
How does a Theravada view of Buddhist Scriptures compare with a Mahayana view of them?
Q. How does a Theravada view of Buddhist Scriptures compare with a Mahayana view of them?
Asked by XsmilesX - Wed Mar 25 10:54:59 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Singaporeidol and Upasakha Jason have both given you good answers. I might suggest a different way to examine your question. As I read your question, it assumes that there is a body of writing known as the "Buddhist Scriptures" and that each major tradition has a unique view of this body of writing. As it turns out, there is no body of writing known as the "Buddhist Scriptures" that both Theravadin and Mahayanin Buddhists agree upon. Most Theravada teachers accept the Pali Canon as the sole repository of Buddhist texts. Most Mahayana teachers accept the Pali Canon, but also include hundreds of other sutras (not found in the Pali Canon) as central texts in the study of Buddhism. In the early days of scholarship on Buddhism, it was… [cont.]
Answered by P'ang - Wed Mar 25 15:00:57 2009
Q. How does a Theravada view of Buddhist Scriptures compare with a Mahayana view of them?
Asked by XsmilesX - Wed Mar 25 10:54:59 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Singaporeidol and Upasakha Jason have both given you good answers. I might suggest a different way to examine your question. As I read your question, it assumes that there is a body of writing known as the "Buddhist Scriptures" and that each major tradition has a unique view of this body of writing. As it turns out, there is no body of writing known as the "Buddhist Scriptures" that both Theravadin and Mahayanin Buddhists agree upon. Most Theravada teachers accept the Pali Canon as the sole repository of Buddhist texts. Most Mahayana teachers accept the Pali Canon, but also include hundreds of other sutras (not found in the Pali Canon) as central texts in the study of Buddhism. In the early days of scholarship on Buddhism, it was… [cont.]
Answered by P'ang - Wed Mar 25 15:00:57 2009
What are the key similarities and differences between Theravada and Mahayana meditation?
Q. sorry guys it's another Buddhism question.
Asked by vampireangelfairy - Fri Dec 4 15:28:21 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There are many similarities and also many differences between Theravada and Mahayana meditation practices. Of course, this is true for practices within Theravada, and also within Mahayana. This is a somewhat glib way of saying that it's a vast topic and probably too complex to summarize meaningfully in this context. Based on my experience in both traditions, Theravada-like practices can be found in Mahayana and Mahayana-like practices can be found in Theravada. Go figure. However, an important difference between the two traditions has to do with the *point* of practice - why we practice in the first place. In general, Theravada practitioners seek to attain enlightenment and thus end the cycle of rebirth. This is called the path of the… [cont.]
Answered by P'ang - Fri Dec 4 18:19:37 2009
Q. sorry guys it's another Buddhism question.
Asked by vampireangelfairy - Fri Dec 4 15:28:21 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There are many similarities and also many differences between Theravada and Mahayana meditation practices. Of course, this is true for practices within Theravada, and also within Mahayana. This is a somewhat glib way of saying that it's a vast topic and probably too complex to summarize meaningfully in this context. Based on my experience in both traditions, Theravada-like practices can be found in Mahayana and Mahayana-like practices can be found in Theravada. Go figure. However, an important difference between the two traditions has to do with the *point* of practice - why we practice in the first place. In general, Theravada practitioners seek to attain enlightenment and thus end the cycle of rebirth. This is called the path of the… [cont.]
Answered by P'ang - Fri Dec 4 18:19:37 2009
What does Theravada Buddhism funeral's involve?
Q. I am doing it for an assignment and i would like to know what the Theravada line of Buddism's death ritual involves. If you know anything that would be great but a link is always good aswell.
Asked by Aiden - Sat May 16 18:45:53 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. may be you can find this site is sufficient enough for understanding the general's :
Answered by Humble One - Sun May 17 07:52:04 2009
Q. I am doing it for an assignment and i would like to know what the Theravada line of Buddism's death ritual involves. If you know anything that would be great but a link is always good aswell.
Asked by Aiden - Sat May 16 18:45:53 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. may be you can find this site is sufficient enough for understanding the general's :
Answered by Humble One - Sun May 17 07:52:04 2009
What are the major differences between Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism.?
Q. In particular how is the Buddha viewed in these tradtitions and the view of diety in these traditions.
Asked by Holly D - Wed Sep 30 22:23:10 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. This question appears often, perhaps have a look at the answer at
Answered by RudyH - Thu Oct 1 16:07:52 2009
Q. In particular how is the Buddha viewed in these tradtitions and the view of diety in these traditions.
Asked by Holly D - Wed Sep 30 22:23:10 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. This question appears often, perhaps have a look at the answer at
Answered by RudyH - Thu Oct 1 16:07:52 2009
Do Mahayana and Theravada practice the same Meditation?
Q. And what are some good meditation practises with both?
Asked by Nick - Mon Feb 2 22:37:42 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There are a lot of different Mahayana "denominations" -- from Zen to Lotus Sutra Schools to Pure Land. Zen folks will practice shikantaza or koans. Shikantaza, "just sitting," is like a combination of Theravadin samatha ("calming" or "stopping") and vipasyana ("insight" or "seeing"). Koan practice is somewhat distinctive of Rinzai Zen. Lotus Sutra Schools may chant the Lotus Sutra or just the title of it. Pure Land Schools may chant the name of Amitabha/ Amida Buddha. And even within Theravada there are actually a lot of different meditation techniques for concentration and insight, including everything from mindfulness of the physical sensations at the soul of your feet during walking meditation, to "altered states" of jhanas practice ( [cont.]
Answered by fuzz on the concept - Tue Feb 3 07:12:35 2009
Q. And what are some good meditation practises with both?
Asked by Nick - Mon Feb 2 22:37:42 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There are a lot of different Mahayana "denominations" -- from Zen to Lotus Sutra Schools to Pure Land. Zen folks will practice shikantaza or koans. Shikantaza, "just sitting," is like a combination of Theravadin samatha ("calming" or "stopping") and vipasyana ("insight" or "seeing"). Koan practice is somewhat distinctive of Rinzai Zen. Lotus Sutra Schools may chant the Lotus Sutra or just the title of it. Pure Land Schools may chant the name of Amitabha/ Amida Buddha. And even within Theravada there are actually a lot of different meditation techniques for concentration and insight, including everything from mindfulness of the physical sensations at the soul of your feet during walking meditation, to "altered states" of jhanas practice ( [cont.]
Answered by fuzz on the concept - Tue Feb 3 07:12:35 2009
What is the major difference between the Theravada and Mahayana view regarding nirvana?
Q. What is the major difference between the Theravada and Mahayana view regarding nirvana?
Asked by Eman - Wed Nov 4 19:39:59 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. One thinks its a place the other thinks its a rock band.
Answered by Blue Foots - Wed Nov 4 19:53:25 2009
Q. What is the major difference between the Theravada and Mahayana view regarding nirvana?
Asked by Eman - Wed Nov 4 19:39:59 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. One thinks its a place the other thinks its a rock band.
Answered by Blue Foots - Wed Nov 4 19:53:25 2009
How should I compare and contrast Hinduism and Theravada Buddhism?
Q. Theravada Buddhism is the kind that pictures the Buddha as a great teacher. Please Help th8ks!!! or does anyone have an interesting lead on Hinduism or Buddhism
Asked by heypeopleurawsome - Sun Nov 16 19:06:01 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There is no creater and destructor in Buddhism. There is no cast system in Buddhism. Enlightenment is sought through practice of noble 8 fold path and middle path, not self motification
Answered by YoBro'' - Sun Nov 23 10:34:28 2008
Q. Theravada Buddhism is the kind that pictures the Buddha as a great teacher. Please Help th8ks!!! or does anyone have an interesting lead on Hinduism or Buddhism
Asked by heypeopleurawsome - Sun Nov 16 19:06:01 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There is no creater and destructor in Buddhism. There is no cast system in Buddhism. Enlightenment is sought through practice of noble 8 fold path and middle path, not self motification
Answered by YoBro'' - Sun Nov 23 10:34:28 2008
How do the Theravada Buddhists differ from the Mahayana Buddhists in belief?
Q. thanks
Asked by Flchick - Thu Jan 8 01:54:29 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. One is stuck with wisdom before compassion the other is stuck with compassion before wisdom.
Answered by Ninja Turtle Regress 2 BB Jesus - Thu Jan 8 02:02:48 2009
Q. thanks
Asked by Flchick - Thu Jan 8 01:54:29 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. One is stuck with wisdom before compassion the other is stuck with compassion before wisdom.
Answered by Ninja Turtle Regress 2 BB Jesus - Thu Jan 8 02:02:48 2009
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Phnom Penh Post ... display of images reflects modern advertising campaigns in magazines and on TV which fit well with the populist attitude of modern Theravada ideology ...
buddhismgifts.com
unknown
Mon, 07 Jun 2010 02:48:54 GM
Both Mahayana and . Theravada. Buddhisms speak of 'perfect beings'. How are they defined and what is the process of practice and discipline that each tradition delineates to attain such a state/position?
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