Question

What are the differences between theravada mahayana and vajrayana buddhism?

Answer 1

Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism

Mahayana means “Greater vehicle,” a derogatory reference that it superior to Theravada Buddhism, the Lesser Vehicle. One of the main differences between the two is that the ideal of Mahayana is becoming a Bodhisattva (Buddha to be).

Answer 2

Answer:

Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism

Mahayana means “Greater vehicle,” a derogatory reference that it superior to Theravada Buddhism, the Lesser Vehicle. One of the main differences between the two is that the ideal of Mahayana is becoming a Bodhisattva (Buddha to be).