Question

Which one of the following is the most fundamental difference between Mahayana Buddhism and Hinayana Buddhism?

• A. Emphasis on ahimsa
• B. Casteless society
• C. Worship of gods and goddesses
• D. Worship of supta

Answer 1

The correct option is C Worship of gods and goddesses

The biggest fundamental difference between Mahayana and Hinayana Buddhism is the workship of gods and goddesses.Mahayana workships the bodhisattvas , while Hinayana Buddhist think that Buddha was the human instead of God because Hinayana think that Buddha was simply a man who found a way to Nirvana.Mahayana believes in Idol Workship.