Q. Which is the traditional term used for Buddhist scriptures?
Answer: Three Baskets
Notes: Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka. Triratna is a traditional Buddhist word meaning “Three Jewels,” and it signifies the Buddha (the ideal of Enlightenment), the Dharma (the path and practices making Enlightenment attainable, and the Sangha (the community of those pursuing the path, and especially those who have had an experience of Enlightenment).
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