Why did Theravada Buddhism have such a strong appeal for the Burmese and others in the northern part of Southeast Asia?
a. It did not need a priest or ruler go-between to permit the believer to achieve Nirvana.
b. It rejected the unnecessary retention of native beliefs.
c. It posed no threat to the official religions of the state, as Buddhists also strongly supported the state cults.
d. It closely resembled Islam in belief and practices.
e. It was required by the Brahman priests.
a
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