Comparative Analysis of Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism

Theravada Buddhism is most commonly practiced in which regions?

Buddhism is founded by Siddhartha Gautama who is also referred to as the Buddha or the “Enlightened One.”

Arhat or a“worthy person”inMahayanasect,delay their own fulfillment for them to benevolently aid other beings

Both Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism, trace their origin in China.

A person who has attained a perfected state of insight is called bodhisattvas or “enlightened beings” in Theravada

A Buddhist’s destiny is the direct result of natural law or dharma and one’s accumulated deeds or karma.

Which form of Buddhism developed the idea of multiple celestial Buddhas and Pure Lands?

Theravada Buddhism offers enlightenment to anyone, including those with families and secular careers.

The Buddhist goal is to reach nirvana or the extinguishing of fires of longing and suffering.

Buddhist followers, life and events are controlled by an all-powerful creator or universal force.

The concept of “Sunyata” (Emptiness) is a key teaching in which tradition?

10.Women in Buddhism have enjoyed considerable freedom in their religious life compared to their Hindus counterpart.

Mahayana Buddhism places strong emphasis on the role of

What is the ultimate goal in Theravada Buddhism?

Which of the following is a major text in Mahayana Buddhism?

Theravada Buddhism emphasizes strict adherence to which early Buddhist teachings?