Abstract: This study of Buddhism deals with the early tradition, followed by a brief consideration of its historicity and the form the religion takes in Sri Lanka, Burma and Thailand. The main line of development in India, China and Japan is then discussed. Focussing on essential Buddhism in both its chief schools, the Lesser and Greater Vehicle, the influence of philosophy on sect and of both on the practical affairs of history are examined.
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Section 1: Early Sources Section 2: The Tradition Section 3: Interpretation Section 4: Early Differences Section 5: World Religion Section 6:Concluding Thoughts
