Buddhist Scriptures

The Tripitaka

Means “3 Baskets” because they are a collection of writings in 3 parts.

  1. Rules for monks & nuns
  2. Teachings of the Buddha
  3. Difficult teachings of the Buddha about the meaning of life.

The Sutras

Means “teachings”. Written after the Tripitaka. Contains the Buddha’s teachings: O Mahayana. Tibetan Buddhist study the Sutras