The Main Schools of Buddhism (HSC SSCE Studies of Religion): Quizzes
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In which countries is Theravada Buddhism primarily found?
In which countries is Theravada Buddhism primarily found?
Sri Lanka, Burma, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos
What does the term 'Theravada' literally translate to in English?
What does the term 'Theravada' literally translate to in English?
Way of the elders
What is an arhat in Theravada Buddhism?
What is an arhat in Theravada Buddhism?
One who eliminated desire for rebirth
What does 'Mahayana' literally mean?
What does 'Mahayana' literally mean?
Great vehicle
What is a Bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism?
What is a Bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism?
Enlightened being who delays nirvana
How many followers does Mahayana Buddhism have compared to Theravada?
How many followers does Mahayana Buddhism have compared to Theravada?
Up to 1 billion vs. 100 million
How does Mahayana Buddhism view the Buddha?
How does Mahayana Buddhism view the Buddha?
As an all-knowing, transcendent being
What does 'Vajrayana' literally mean?
What does 'Vajrayana' literally mean?
Thunderbolt or diamond vehicle
What is prajna in Vajrayana Buddhism?
What is prajna in Vajrayana Buddhism?
Wisdom to discriminate reality & illusion
Who is the 14th Dalai Lama considered to be a reincarnation of?
Who is the 14th Dalai Lama considered to be a reincarnation of?
Avalokiteshvara, Bodhisattva of Compassion