Question

How is Korean Buddhism different from other forms of Buddhism?

Answer 1

addition, Korean Buddhism is not only different from Southern Asian Buddhism, which is called Hinayana Buddhism, but also different from other forms of East Asian Buddhism. East Asian Buddhism, which is known as Hanayana Buddhism, advocates salvation for all people. In Hanayana Buddhism, religious sects can be divided depending on the forms of Buddhist scripture they emphasize and methods of enlightenment they seek more, for instance, Zen one of the ways to be awaken truth. Most well known Zen is meditation.


 Korean Buddhism is also divided by these differentiations. Nevertheless, all factions share similar characters which make Korean Buddhism different from other forms of Buddhism in East Asia. There are two important characteristics. One is “Hwajaeng Ideaology” started by Great Master Wonhyo.

 

Answer 2

Korean Buddhism is distinguished from other forms of Buddhism by its attempt to resolve what it sees as inconsistencies in Mahayana Buddhism. ... The Korean Seon has a strong relationship with other Mahayana traditions that bear the imprint of Chan teachings as well as the closely related Zen.