What is the “Middle Path” of Buddhism?

a. the way between Hinduism and Sikhism
b. the way between atheism and monotheism
c. the way between monasticism and ordinary life
d. the way between extreme self-denial and ordinary life


d. the way between extreme self-denial and ordinary life

Analysis:
a. Incorrect. The Middle Path is not a path between different religions.
b. Incorrect. The Middle Path is not a path between religious teachings.
c. Incorrect. The Middle Path is not a path between monasticism and ordinary life. .
d. Correct. The Middle Path is a path between the extreme self-denial of the Hindu holy man (the last Passing Sight) and ordinary life in the household. Buddhists believe that this Middle Path is best to achieve enlightenment.

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