In addition, there were also Mahayana Buddhism and Tantric (or magical) Buddhism, but debased and distorted, and bearing strange fruit from the fertile soil of native cults of magic and sorcery.

Pure Land Buddhism is one of the most influential yet misunderstood branches of Mahayana Buddhism. Explore the fascinating concept of 'Pure Lands,' cosmic Buddhas, and the practices that guide ...

Dr Ravia Gupta, Dr Smruti Smita Mohapatra “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it ...

According to Dr Anita Sabat, a researcher, Tibetan texts identify ‘Oddiyana' as a significant centre of Mahayana Buddhism and the birthplace of tantric Buddhism. Among the international ...

Some of these previous lives are recorded in the Buddhist scripture, the Jakata. Mahayana Buddhism close Mahayana BuddhismOne of the major schools of Buddhism, it includes Tibetan and Zen Buddhism.

It is one of the largest lamaseries of Mahayana sects and the second oldest monastery in the world after Lhasa. The monastery houses over 500 monks. It is also a centre of Buddhist Cultural Studies.

The museum, situated at the former High Court complex adjoining the building of the Sri Dalada Maligawa, comprises chambers dedicated to countries which have connections with Buddhism, both Theravada ...

A strong message of unity between Sanatan Dharma and Buddhism was conveyed from the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh on Wednesday, as monks, lamas, Buddhist bhikshus and Sanatan religious leaders from several ...