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From the “Theravada Buddhism Reading", what is the most common themes in Buddhist art and are the subject of sermons and popular religious texts in all Theravada societies?
A
Jataka
B
Pagodas
C
Stupas
D
Wat
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Summary: The Theravada school of Buddhism took root in Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia. Its major characteristics include the importance of Pali Canon of scripture and commentary; the veneration of the historical Shakyamuni Buddha; and the spiritual model of the arahat, or “worthy ones” who have attained nirvana.

Detailed explanation-2: -Refrain from harming living beings. Refrain from taking that which is not freely given. Refrain from sexual misconduct. Refrain from wrong speech; such as lying, idle chatter, malicious gossip or harsh speech. Refrain from intoxicating drink and drugs which lead to carelessness. 02-Oct-2002

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