Exploring Buddhism

[IndigoChild5559]

Could you explain how they are polytheistic? If you don't mind please.

If someone perceives that the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas each represent a distinct divine being with unique powers and attributes, it could be viewed as polytheism.

In Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism, there is a broader acceptance of divine figures, celestial bodhisattvas, and Buddhas as objects of veneration and devotion. Even though these traditions emphasize that anyone can achieve Buddhahood, there is also a belief in the compassionate activity and intercession by them towards people.

 

[firedragon]

If someone perceives that the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas each represent a distinct divine being with unique powers and attributes, it could be viewed as polytheism.

But they are not considered divine. Well at least in the Theravada tradition. I don't know about Mahayana.

n Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism, there is a broader acceptance of divine figures, celestial bodhisattvas, and Buddhas as objects of veneration and devotion. Even though these traditions emphasize that anyone can achieve Buddhahood, there is also a belief in the compassionate activity and intercession by them towards people.

Then I guess that goes across. Even the Theravada tradition has the same and it's in the Tipitaka. I have given a few names in the OP.

 

[firedragon]

Buddhists individuals might worship a god, but it certainly isn't the practice of Buddhism.

Agreed. I have said that right here in detail.