What are its primary beliefs and practices?

Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism
Important to understanding the breadth and depth of Buddhism is understanding the differences between Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism. This essay will illustrate your understanding of Buddhism. Begin your essay by explaining Theravada Buddhism. What are its origins? What are its primary beliefs and practices? Why are these their practices and beliefs? (2-4 paragraphs)Give a brief overview of Mahayana Buddhism giving particular attention to its differences with Theravada Buddhism. This aspect of the essay should include a statement on why its beliefs and practices differ from Theravada Buddhism. (2-4 paragraphs)Compare and contrast two or three sects of Mahayana Buddhism. What are their primary beliefs and practices? How are they alike and different from each other? How are they alike and different from Theravada Buddhism?

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