Buddhism and the Tipitaka Quiz
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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?

  • Chinese
  • Pali (correct)
  • Tibetan
  • Sanskrit
  • 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?

    <p>Pali Canon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Mahayana school of Buddhism refer to as the 'Great Vehicle'?

    <p>A broad tradition that includes various texts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the name 'Tipitaka' signify in Buddhism?

    <p>Three sections of scriptures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which school of Buddhism emphasizes the Tipitaka as central?

    <p>Theravada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which language is the Tipitaka primarily written?

    <p>Pali</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Vajrayana' translate to?

    <p>The Thunderbolt Vehicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents a major division within Buddhism?

    <p>Theravada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the alternative name for the Tipitaka in Buddhism?

    <p>Pali Canon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Mahayana school of Buddhism is known as the 'Taking Vehicle.'

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Theravada' mean in Buddhism?

    <p>Teachings of the elders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Tipitaka is divided into three sections known as __________.

    <p>baskets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match each school of Buddhism with its description:

    <p>Theravada = Teachings of the elders Mahayana = Great Vehicle Vajrayana = Diamond Vehicle or Thunderbolt Vehicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following schools of Buddhism is known as the 'Diamond Vehicle'?

    <p>Vajrayana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Tipitaka is primarily written in Sanskrit.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Tipitaka is also known as the __________ Canon.

    <p>Pali</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their meanings:

    <p>Theravada = Teachings of the elders Mahayana = Great Vehicle Vajrayana = Diamond Vehicle Tipitaka = Pali Canon</p> Signup and view all the answers

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