Theravada Buddhisum Flashcards
1
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is theravada buddhisum the oldest school of buddhisum
A
yes.
2
Q
what is Theravada Buddhisum understood as
A
The way of the elders
3
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How does Theravada Buddhisum view the Buddha
A
as a supreme form of authority whos life must be replicated
4
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How does Theravada Buddhisum view the Pali Cannon
A
Supreme form of authority - Budaavaccana - word of the enlightened mind
5
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How does Theravada Buddhists beleive one reached Nirvana
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By leading monastic lifestyle and immitating the life of the Buddha
6
Q
What is the Arhat ideal
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The Ahart ideal refers to the ‘perfect person’ who has overcome the three poisons of the mind and reached enlightenment
