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What does the term 'Tipitaka' refer to in Buddhism?
What does the term 'Tipitaka' refer to in Buddhism?
- A major school of Buddhist thought
- The main teachings of the Buddha
- A type of meditation practice
- The sacred text in three sections (correct)
Which language is the Tipitaka primarily written in?
Which language is the Tipitaka primarily written in?
- Chinese
- Pali (correct)
- Tibetan
- Sanskrit
Which school of Buddhism is primarily associated with the Tipitaka?
Which school of Buddhism is primarily associated with the Tipitaka?
- Mahayana
- Zen
- Pure Land
- Theravada (correct)
What is one of the names by which the Tipitaka is also known?
What is one of the names by which the Tipitaka is also known?
What does the Mahayana school of Buddhism refer to as the 'Great Vehicle'?
What does the Mahayana school of Buddhism refer to as the 'Great Vehicle'?
What does the name 'Tipitaka' signify in Buddhism?
What does the name 'Tipitaka' signify in Buddhism?
Which school of Buddhism emphasizes the Tipitaka as central?
Which school of Buddhism emphasizes the Tipitaka as central?
In which language is the Tipitaka primarily written?
In which language is the Tipitaka primarily written?
What does the term 'Vajrayana' translate to?
What does the term 'Vajrayana' translate to?
Which of the following represents a major division within Buddhism?
Which of the following represents a major division within Buddhism?
What is the alternative name for the Tipitaka in Buddhism?
What is the alternative name for the Tipitaka in Buddhism?
The Mahayana school of Buddhism is known as the 'Taking Vehicle.'
The Mahayana school of Buddhism is known as the 'Taking Vehicle.'
What does the term 'Theravada' mean in Buddhism?
What does the term 'Theravada' mean in Buddhism?
The Tipitaka is divided into three sections known as __________.
The Tipitaka is divided into three sections known as __________.
Match each school of Buddhism with its description:
Match each school of Buddhism with its description:
Which of the following schools of Buddhism is known as the 'Diamond Vehicle'?
Which of the following schools of Buddhism is known as the 'Diamond Vehicle'?
The Tipitaka is primarily written in Sanskrit.
The Tipitaka is primarily written in Sanskrit.
The Tipitaka is also known as the __________ Canon.
The Tipitaka is also known as the __________ Canon.
Match the following terms with their meanings:
Match the following terms with their meanings:
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Pali
Pali
The ancient Indian language that the Buddha himself likely spoke.
Theravada
Theravada
The most prominent school of Buddhism, emphasizing individual enlightenment through monastic practice and following the Buddha's teachings.
Mahayana
Mahayana
A major school of Buddhism that embraces the concept of Bodhisattvas and emphasizes compassion and helping others.
Vajrayana
Vajrayana
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Tipitaka
Tipitaka
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What are the three sections of the Tipitaka?
What are the three sections of the Tipitaka?
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What language is the Tipitaka written in?
What language is the Tipitaka written in?
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What is the name of the sacred book in Buddhism?
What is the name of the sacred book in Buddhism?
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Which school of Buddhism follows the Tipitaka teachings most closely?
Which school of Buddhism follows the Tipitaka teachings most closely?
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Which branch of Buddhism focuses on tantric practices?
Which branch of Buddhism focuses on tantric practices?
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What is the Tipitaka?
What is the Tipitaka?
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How many sections is the Tipitaka divided into?
How many sections is the Tipitaka divided into?
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Which school of Buddhism considers the Tipitaka the most important religious text?
Which school of Buddhism considers the Tipitaka the most important religious text?
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What does the word 'Tipitaka' mean?
What does the word 'Tipitaka' mean?
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What school of Buddhism draws mainly from the Tipitaka?
What school of Buddhism draws mainly from the Tipitaka?
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Which school of Buddhism is most closely associated with the Tipitaka?
Which school of Buddhism is most closely associated with the Tipitaka?
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What does the name "Tipitaka" mean?
What does the name "Tipitaka" mean?
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In what language is the Tipitaka written?
In what language is the Tipitaka written?
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