Mahayana Definition
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Mahayana
noun
- 1. The most widespread form of Buddhism, practised especially in China, Japan, Tibet and the Himalayas. It focuses on enlightenment for all humanity, recognizes many texts as scripture and places special emphasis on compassion and wisdom and the concept of the Bodhisattva. Also as adj. Compare Hinayana, Zen.
- Example: Mahayana Buddhism
- Example: Mahayana Sutra
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