Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v1.c7.s1.t4.8

v1.c7.s1.t4.8

Tibetan Buddhism acquired mastery of theg dman (*sthaviravada*), theg chen and rdo rje theg pa (Trantrism), Tripitaka (Three Treasures) or three teachings and developed Tibetan Buddhist theoretical system and practice methods for percept lineage, systematic doctrines, sectarian insights, Tantric lineage, practice sequence and achieving complete Buddihahood. Therefore, Tibetan Buddhism is characterised by integration, system and lineage. Additionally, it achieved great attainments in theoretical system such as Tantric lineage, reincarnation of living Buddha, temple education, religious rites, literatures and sutras, *Nyaya sutras* and *Madhyamika* and developed unique sectarian style and distinctive religious culture.