I was born protestant, convert to catholic few years ago.
now im thinking of converting to buddhism.
should i go back, stay, or convert?
2006-07-16 17:30:33 · 11 answers · asked by nude chef 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Living a good, peaceful and loving life is more important than any of the above. This will be like the spiritual 'body' over which you wrap the 'cloak' of your chosen faith-practice, be it christianity or buddhism.
I'm a catholic convert, and I regularly research, mingle-with and practice Yoga meditation, visit ashrams, read Buddhist teachings without feeling compelled to 'jump ship'. I can improve my spiritual body without worrying about having to change my cloak each time I find another teacher worthy of learning something from, but whose from another faith-practice.
There's the reality of your spiritual person and its divinity, and there's the myriad of faith-practices, teachers-guru, and truth seekers. Be well.
2006-07-16 17:38:15 · answer #1 · answered by Son of Gap 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Buddhism.
2006-07-17 13:59:00 · answer #2 · answered by debisioux 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont convert to anything. According to the Buddhas own advice , analyse what you are told and judge for yourself. Dont listen to anything just because your ancestors or your neighbours or your parents said it. Just study all these great religions yourself and ado what feels right for you
May you be well and happy.
2006-07-17 09:46:13 · answer #3 · answered by awijayaweera 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what you feel fits your life and/or feelings about the afterlife.
If you want to learn more about temperance, reincarnation, and meditation, study up on Buddhism and then decide if you want to make the change from Christianity.
It's all about how you feel inside.
2006-07-17 00:35:43 · answer #4 · answered by Kate C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Read about Thomas Merton. He was a Trappist monk who became a Buddhist and remained a Catholic: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Merton
With love in Christ.
2006-07-17 23:49:39 · answer #5 · answered by imacatholic2 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buddhism is a great and accepting religion that promotes peace and understanding.
I think you should do what's best for you, though.
- 16 yo Pagan
2006-07-17 00:33:17 · answer #6 · answered by Lady Myrkr 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you might want to stop and think about this. You will ultimately have to make the final decision. I really do not see God as a gumball that you toss back and forth.
2006-07-17 00:36:53 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not forget all the CULT stuff and become a TRUE CHRISTIAN ?
Study the URL below and get back to me with any questions.
2006-07-17 00:34:38 · answer #8 · answered by whynotaskdon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
id go with buddhism. no contradictions, no hypocracyu and the message is a good one: inner peace and enlightenment.
2006-07-17 00:36:32 · answer #9 · answered by johnny_zondo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Commit your life to Jesus Christ.
For a brief explanation of the gospel (of salvation through Jesus Christ), see http://www.godsci.org/gs/new/essence.html
Cordially,
John
2006-07-17 00:35:41 · answer #10 · answered by John 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋