Krishnaji:

Buddhism has adapted to many local custom and has not lost it true meaning. That is the beauty of Buddhism and it has adapted amazingly well. Just like great Mahasiddhas of India, Buddhism has also produced amazing leaders when it adapted in Tibet. In fact, we see amazing leaders from time to time like Dalai Lama, Karmapa, Shakya Rimpoche just to name a few. That is the beauty of Buddhism. It gives new meaning. I like the quote from Buddha, "Dharma belongs to no one. It belongs to those who practise it."

Just like you can climb Mt Everest from different direction, but destination is same. Similarly, Buddhism has adapted many form to adjust with local cultures and tradition. But the goal of Enlightenment is same. Proof is Dharma acceptance by majority of people and respect it gets.

Thanks....