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The following terms refer to the same thing: Self-Nature, True Nature, Original Nature, Dharma Nature, True Mark, True Mind, True Emptiness, True Thusness, Dharma Body, Original Face, Emptiness, Prajna, Nirvana, etc.

According to the Mahayana view, (buddha-nature) is the true, immutable, and eternal nature of all beings. Since all beings possess buddha-nature, it is possible for them to attain enlightenment and become a buddha, regardless of what level of existence they occupy ...

The answer to the question whether buddha-nature is immanent in beings is an essential determining factor for the association of a given school with Theravada or Mahayana, the two great currents within Buddhism.

In Theravada this notion is unknown; here the potential to become a buddha is not ascribed to every being.

By contrast the Mahayana sees the attainment of buddhahood as the highest goal; it can be attained through the inherent buddha-nature of every being through appropriate spiritual practice. (The Shambhala Dictionary of Buddhism and Zen.)

See also "Dharma Nature."

(See also: Buddha Nature , Buddhism, Body Mind and Soul)

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Buddha Nature: Buddhist - Buddhism Dictionary on Buddha Nature

Buddha Nature

In Theravada this notion is unknown; here the potential to become a buddha is not ascribed to every being.

See also "Dharma Nature."

For more articles related to Buddha Nature , see: Buddhism, Buddhism Dictionary, Buddha Nature , Body Mind and Soul.

Definition of Buddha Nature is extraceted from the website of " Buddhism Study and Practise Group at the State University of New York at Stony Brook". The BSPG is a student club at SUNY-Stony Brook. It was founded in 1998 due to the lack of a Buddhist organization in SUNY-Stony Brook and that there were students who felt the need for such an organization. The BSPG was established to serve as a conduit for those who are interested in practicing Buddhism and for those who want to know more about Buddhism. For more information on Buddhism and " Buddha Nature " please visit http://www.sinc.sunysb.edu/Clubs/buddhism

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