which is the most compassionate religion in the world, and why?

Answer 1

Jainism, because they do not believe in hurting any living thing, including bugs and microbes. They often where masks and carry brooms to avoid harming any living creature.

Buddhism in general would be a good second choice.

Answer 2

The most compassionate religion has the most compassionate members, you can judge a tree by its fruits, there are different stages of development for individuals within any religious or spiritual process, these can be exemplified by the following standard:
The supreme occupation for all humanity, is that by which men and women can adhere to loving devotional service to the transcendent lord, such devotional service must be uninterrupted and unmotivated or causeless to completely satisfy the supreme, when the supreme is pleased, we automatically become pleased as well, because we are acting in accordance to the divine will. Part of that process is ahimsa, which is also the symbol of Buddhist philosophy, that is extended to all species of life. Paro Dharma Ahimsa - the best religion is non violent.

Answer 3

interesting answer re Islam and Muslims below. I'm not sure where, in the Qu'ran it tells you to slaughter someone who has a different viewpoint - and then give it a daft name like a Jihad or 'Holy war'. Jainists (think thats how you spell it) and Buddhists do not kill. That is their belief and they stick to it rather than being hypocritical by using their faith to justify their attrocities. If you were to follow the 10 commandments then you would lead a decent life and reap the rewards in Heaven - however, society has made it almost impossible to live as God directs. Christianity teaches compassion - but we are not very good at being compassionate. Muslims are some of the least tolerant people I know - yet I cannot remember ever hearing a bad report about Buddhists!

Answer 4

All religions have compassionate people. All have people who are not the least bit compassionate.

If I had to pick one I would say Buddhists. They are taught from a very early age to have a deep compassionate understanding for all living things. And it shows in their dealings with others.

Answer 5

All religions can be used as a way to promote the ego or to cultivate compassion. I read 'Father Joe' and he was incredibly compassionate in his Christian path (note that he never subscribed to the negative ego projections of god that include sin, guilt, hell, etc.). I think, however, that the best bet is Zen buddhism (although, again, it can be misused, too). "A Course in Miracles" is also a top pick -- although, again, it can be misused, too. The common denominator in all this is to lessen the focus on the self; if we strive for reward or to avoid punishment because that's what our religion teaches us, then we'll see the world as separate with the 'saved' versus the 'sinners' and no compassion is possible because we already have a judgmental god in our mind.

Answer 6

The fruit of the organization will tell. Those of you who believe that Christianity is not the most compassionate religion in the world - stop living in the past, we cannot change what happened before but we can make a difference now. Christianity is the most compassionate religion in the world and this is why.

Christian humanitarian organizations:
Blessed Nuno Society - Seving orphans
The Christian foundation for children and aging - sponsors children and the elderly in developing countries
Society of St Vincent de Paul Northern Ireland - Helping those in need regardless of race, creed or lifestyle.
AMURT - disaster relief
National children's alliance - devoted to fighting child abuse
Center for child protecion - helping child abuse victims
Chadwick centre for children and families - medicine, psychology, psychiatry, family violence
Children Advocacy Centres WORLWIDE - over 20 - helping children in need
Take a stand for kids - Youth run - Child abuse centre
OXFAM - fighting poverty and injustice (Branches worldwide)
Peace corps - Brances worldwide
World Vision - fighting hunger, transforming lives
Adoption now - caring for street kids
New Life Ministries - helping orphans and the poor in Africa
AIDS orphans Education Trust - education Aids orphans. Providing schooling, food, medical care and love
Arms of love International - childrens homes
Careforce International - Medical, education and overall needs for children and the poor
Children's hope foundation
Hope Teams International - cares for the poor and destitute
John9 - caring for the blind
Lifeline of hope - supports the homeless and destitute
Living Hope International - homeless and destitute
Mission without borders - anyone in need
NCH charities - caring for children in need
Wears Valley Ranch - At risk kids
World orphans - abondened children

This list is just the tip of the iceberg. There are literally hundered of thousands of CHRISTIAN humanitarian organizations. Most of these people work for very little or no money at all. It is nice to be all peace loving and talk of how much you love people but sooner or later you have to get of your butt and do something. Christians might not be perfect and in fact most of us never claim to be, but there is no group of people in the world who work harder to take care of this world and the people God loves so much.

Answer 7

I agree with the person who said that all religions could be used in a compassionate manner; however, I will say that Hinduism is the most tolerant of other religions because they believe in many gods who all are part of one major god whom they call Brahman.

Because they believe in many Gods and that all Gods as well as all living things are part of Brahman, then THEORITICALLY they accept all Gods as a manifestation of Brahman.

Also, it is true that a true Muslim is very tolerant. It is the only religion that doesn't make one convert in marriage. Muslims embrace both Jews and Christians, since they believe in all prophets (they consider Jesus a great prophet) and someone said this before.

As for Christians, and I am one, we are tolerant as well. Again, it is an individual choice to be accepting and compassionate to other people, since the religion itself does preach non-judgement and loving thy neighbour.

I agree with everything everyone said about Buddhism as well.

Answer 8

Buddhism seems compassionate as they won't even harm animals, but christianity is big on love. I don't recommend Islam as the quran is an evil book, where a bunch of demons who considered themselves equal to god just boast about tormenting people. They are the only 3 i have studied, and if it wasn't for the flaws in the bible I would recommend christianity.

Answer 9

Hmmm... I think compassion is a human trait, which varies from one person to another. I do not think that any specific doctrine is designed to be compassionate or not. The nature of a doctrine is to set forth the ideal, perfect human condition. If people go around quoting their ideals without caring how it affects those around them, they are not being compassionate. But that does not mean that their entire religious sect is not compassionate.

Answer 10

There is no compassionate religion. It's the people in the religion that are compassionate. Blessed be.

Answer 11

True Muslims.
They are taught not to even step on an ant.
I am not Muslim but I have read the Quran.
I have Muslim friends who are very compassionate about their religion.
I am not talking about the ones at war or terrorists.
The ones I know are very peaceful.
I am Christian by the way.