Ma·ha·ya·na
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Definition of Mahayana
: a liberal and theistic branch of Buddhism comprising sects chiefly in China and Japan, recognizing a large body of scripture in addition to the Pali canon, and teaching social concern and universal salvation — compare theravada
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Mahayanist
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ˌmä-hə-ˈyä-nist
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noun or adjective
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noun or adjective
Mahayanistic
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ˌmä-hə-yä-ˈni-stik
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adjective
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adjective
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“Mahayana.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Mahayana. Accessed 2 Mar. 2021.
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