Buddhist Scriptures
The Tripitaka
Means “3 Baskets” because they are a collection of writings in 3 parts.
- Rules for monks & nuns
- Teachings of the Buddha
- 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