The Schools of Buddhism

•Zen Buddhism--as a special school of Mahayana Buddhism

Write an individual paper of 700  to 1,050 words that addresses the following questions:

•Summarize the history of Buddhism and the life of Buddha.

Discuss the branches of Buddhism.

Share resources and record the differences between the schools.

Decide, individually, which school you will focus on for this assignment.

•Explain the basic teachings of Buddhism.

•Explain what makes the school of Buddhism you selected unique.

Format citations and references consistent with APA guidelines.