Description
Topic:
The Buddha was interested only in his own enlightenment. He was not interested in creating a religion. Discuss with specific reference to the Mahāparinibbāna-sutta.
Or, to rephrase adopting one possible response:
With specific reference to the Mahāparinibbāna-sutta, discuss the positive steps that the Buddha made in creating a religion.
Word length: as long as needed to make a good argument.
How do I make a good argument? Use the Mahāparinibbāna-sutta.
What kind of citation format can I use? Anything that is sensible and consistent (and includes page numbers and dates for citation and quotation of sources).