Exploring the Diversity of Buddhism
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Which branch of Buddhism emphasizes compassion to help others?

  • Zen Buddhism
  • Mahayana Buddhism (correct)
  • Tibetan Buddhism
  • Theravada Buddhism

    • Which branch of Buddhism emphasizes living the right life by accumulating right words and actions?

  • Mahayana Buddhism
  • Zen Buddhism
  • Tibetan Buddhism
  • Theravada Buddhism (correct)

    • What is the ultimate goal in Buddhism?

  • Enlightenment
  • Liberation from suffering (correct)
  • Nirvana
  • Self-realization

    • What is the meaning of the term 'Lama' in Tibetan Buddhism?

    <p>Highest or Superior being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the foundation of Buddhist thought according to the text?

    <p>Anatman (non-self)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Tamjinchi' refer to in Buddhism?

    <p>The three vices of greed, anger, and foolishness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ultimate thing one can do to get out of suffering according to the text?

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

    What is the meaning of the term 'Buddha' in Buddhism?

    <p>Enlightened one</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Buddhism, what is the concept of Emptiness (or Voidness)?

    <p>All things are caused by direct causes and indirect causes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Emptiness (or Voidness) mean in Buddhism?

    <p>All value judgments depend on relative standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Buddhism, what is the relationship between karma and Emptiness (or Voidness)?

    <p>Karma is the indirect cause of Emptiness (or Voidness)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nature of existence according to Emptiness (or Voidness)?

    <p>Existence is subject to change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between Emptiness (or Voidness) and value judgments?

    <p>Value judgments depend on relative standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Buddhism, what does Emptiness (or Voidness) imply about the nature of things?

    <p>Things can be viewed differently based on relative standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between Emptiness (or Voidness) and meaninglessness?

    <p>Emptiness (or Voidness) implies that anything can be anything</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Buddhism, what is the role of karma in determining the nature of things?

    <p>Karma influences the changeable nature of things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of relative standards in understanding Emptiness (or Voidness)?

    <p>Emptiness (or Voidness) can be viewed differently based on relative standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

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