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1. Abhidharma

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   Major Canonical Works
   The Abhidharma literature is typically grouped as the third section (Piṭaka) of the Pāli Canon (the Abhidhamma Piṭaka) or as a distinct section within the Chinese Buddhist canon.
   The Theravāda Tradition (Abhidhamma Piṭaka)

2. Buddhism

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   Theravāda Buddhism
   Theravāda ("The Teaching of the Elders") is the oldest surviving branch and is dominant in South and Southeast Asia (e.g., Sri Lanka, Thailand). It adheres closely to the Pāli Canon ($\text{Tipiṭaka}$), which is considered the earliest complete collection of the Buddha's discourses. The ideal pursued in Theravāda is that of the Arhat (worthy one), an individual who achieves liberation for themselves by eradicating defilements. A distinctive theological element of Theravāda is the doctrine of the *Ar…

3. Sutras

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   The Tripiṭaka and Sutra Divisions in Buddhism
   In Theravāda Buddhism, the sutras primarily comprise the Sutta Piṭaka (Basket of Discourses), which is one of the three divisions (piṭakas) of the Pali Canon (the Tipiṭaka). This collection is further subdivided into five nikāyas (collections) [^3].
   | Nikāya (Collection) | Approximate Content Focus | Canonical Length (Estimated) |