Buddhism has two major groupings: the Theravada Buddhists that emphasize compassion and compatibility with outside influences; and Mahajana Buddhism that is stricter and stresses orderly societies and traditional class structures

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Theravada Buddhism emphasizes individual enlightenment and adherence to the original teachings of Buddha, while Mahayana Buddhism focuses on the collective salvation of all beings and is more flexible in adapting to cultural differences.

Buddhism Has Two Major Groupings: the Theravada Buddhists That Emphasize