The Madhyamaka school of this tradition was founded by the philosopher Nagarjuna.
A phenomenological school of thought within this tradition was founded by the half-brothers Asanga and Vasubandhu, and posits a list of eight primary consciousnesses. In this tradition, expedient means used to achieve enlightenment are known as upayas, which are commonly illustrated using the parable of the burning house or the image of an empty fist. The Madhyamaka school of this tradition was founded by the philosopher Nagarjuna. Texts n this tradition include the "Heart" and "Diamond" ones, which discuss the perfection of wisdom, and the Lotus Sutra. For 10 points, name this "Great Vehicle" which is one of the two major branches of Buddhism along with Theravada.
A phenomenological school of thought within this tradition was founded by the half-brothers Asanga and Vasubandhu, and posits a list of eight primary consciousnesses.
Mahayana Buddhism [prompt on Buddhism; anti-prompt on Pure Land, Zen, Nichiren, and Tiantai, which are all Mahayana schools]