Question

d. Why was the Buddhism split into two branches?​

Answer 1

Answer:

The split began due to translation of the Buddha's teachings into two languages. For about 250 years after the Buddha, all teachings were oral. ... The Therevadan tradition had dropped the idea of laypeople practicing the Way, which the Buddha did support. The Mahayana emphasized lay participation in the Buddha Way.

Answer 2

Answer:

• The apparent reconciliation between the Buddhist branches emerges because the .... After Shakyamuni's passing, the Buddhist order split into two groups, the ...