An enlightened being who serves as a guide to help others, according to the Mahayana tradition, is a __________.

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According to the Mahayana tradition, a bodhisattva is an enlightened being who chooses to delay their own entry into Nirvana in order to help guide others along the path towards enlightenment. They are seen as compassionate guides and helpers on the spiritual journey. Arhats are also recognized in Buddhist tradition, but they are more commonly associated with the Theravada tradition, and are seen as individuals who have achieved enlightenment for themselves and may serve as models for others. Brahmins are a social and religious caste in Hinduism, while Tripitaka refers to the Buddhist canon of scriptures.

An Enlightened Being Who Serves as a Guide to Help