Mahayana (Sanskrit: महायान, mahāyāna literally 'Great Vehicle') is one of the two main existing branches of Buddhism and a term for classification of Buddhist philosophies and practice. It was founded in India. The name Mahayana is used in three main senses:
Although the Mahayana movement traces its origin to Gautama Buddha, scholars believe that it originated in India in...
Also known as:
- Mahayana Buddhism
