10 Questions
What is the core teaching of Mahayana Buddhism?
The Bodhisattva ideal
Which fundamental belief distinguishes Mahayana Buddhism from other Buddhist traditions?
The belief in the existence of celestial buddhas
What practice is commonly associated with Mahayana Buddhism?
Chanting of specific mantras
Which issue is often debated within the context of Mahayana Buddhism?
The nature of the ultimate reality (paramartha)
What is a common element found in the brief history, core teachings, and fundamental beliefs of Mahayana Buddhism?
Emphasis on compassion and altruism
Which practice is NOT commonly associated with Mahayana Buddhism?
Animal sacrifice for religious purposes
What issue is often debated within the context of Mahayana Buddhism?
The role of women in Buddhist leadership
What is a distinguishing feature of Mahayana Buddhism?
Emphasis on the bodhisattva ideal
Which aspect sets Mahayana Buddhism apart from Theravada Buddhism?
Belief in the existence of multiple Buddhas and bodhisattvas
What is a significant similarity between Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism?
Both traditions trace their teachings back to the historical Buddha
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