Question

Difference between viharas and sanghas

Answer 1

Explanation:

Viharas were for the purpose of living, Chaityas were assemblies for the purpose of discussions. ... Chaitya was a rectangular prayer hall with a stupa placed in the centre, the purpose was prayer.

Answer 2

Answer:

Vihara generally refers to a monastery for Buddhist renunciates. The concept is ancient and in early Sanskrit and Pali texts, it meant any arrangement of space or facilities for pleasure and entertainment.[2][3] The term evolved into an architectural concept wherein it refers to living quarters for monks with an open shared space or courtyard, particularly in Buddhism. The term is also found in Ajivika, Hindu and Jain monastic literature, usually referring to temporary refuge for wandering monks or nuns during the annual Indian monsoons.[2][4][5] In modern Jainism, the monks continue to wander from town to town except during the rainy season (Chaturmas), the term "vihara" refers their wanderings.[

Explanation:

sangha

Indian languages, including Pali (saṅgha)[6] meaning "association", "assembly", "company" or "community". It was historically used in a political context to denote a governing assembly in a republic or a kingdom. It is used in modern times by groups such as the political party and social movement Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. It has long been commonly used by religious associations including by Buddhists, Jains and Sikhs.