Question

Mention any two differences between Mahayana and Hinayana- the two sects of Buddhism.

Answer 1

After the death of Buddha, Buddhism was divided into two sects namely Mahayana and Hinayana. The terms Hinayana (Lesser Vehicle or Modest Vehicle) and Mahayana (Greater Vehicle or Vast Vehicle) originated in The Prajnaparamita Sutras (The Sutras on Far-Reaching Discriminating Awareness, The Perfection of Wisdom Sutras).

Answer 2

Differences between Mahayana and Hinayana- the two sects of Buddhism:

Mahayana:

• It is known as Greater vehicle or Vast Vehicle.
• It is related to the spirits of the elders.
• In this sect, Gautama Buddha was considered as God and his image was worshiped.
• According to this sect, to be monk/nun is not necessary.

Hinayana:

• It is known as Lesser vehicle or Modest vehicle.
• It is the teachings of elders.
• Buddha was like a teacher and the symbols of foot prints, flowers were worshiped.
• To attain nirvana, one should be monk/nun.

Learn more about Buddhism

What is the philosophies Buddhism?

https://brainly.in/question/6212534

What are the 2 main sects in Buddhism?

https://brainly.in/question/6206478