How is Korean Buddhism different than other forms of Buddhism?

A. They do not practice in their daily lives.


B. They have mixed it with Hinduism.


C. They are more concerned with theological doctrines.


D. They practice a form known as "Zen Buddhism."|||The answer is D. The dominant form of Buddhism in Korea is Zen (known as "Seon" in Korean).





A is false - Koreans actively practice Buddhism in their daily lives.


B is false - Hinduism has no presence on the Korean peninsula.


C is false - As with most Buddhists, Koreans have little interest in theological doctrines.|||Well, any form of Buddhism would probably be mixed with Hinduism to some degree, as the Buddha was originally an avatar of Vishnu, one of the deities in the Hindu Trinity. As for 'Zen', that is a Japanese word meaning 'meditation'. Theological doctrines would have no place in Buddhism, since it is more of a philosophy, not a religion, and 'dogma' would be a more appropriate term. As for 'not practicing', Buddhists meditate to develop the 'Buddha-nature', that is, that part of us which is kind, loving and compassionate, as opposed to 'worshipping the Buddha' as some people mistakenly believe. Therefore, i do not know. Enlighten me.





Thanks, mo.|||My, there are a lot of Buddhist homework help questions here today.





As a Buddhist, I do not feel it would be right for me to deny you the opportunity to excel on your own.





(And, as John D said, I have no idea.)