HEAVEN
2006-09-06 04:37:49 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
The so caleed 'Hindu' beliefs are so diverse there is no simple formula to put them under. Many Hindus have concepts of multiple heavens and hells, but these places are as temporary as any other form of existence, and not the ultimate goal. Most of Buddhism has no concept of heaven or hell, so they see nothing to "get". It is enlightenment for both that free's a person from the repetitive cycle of suffering. Many followers of both religions recognize the teachings of Jesus as enlightened words. It's just not as simple as you're trying to make it.
2006-09-06 04:54:36 · answer #1 · answered by neil s 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The concept of "the kingdom of Heaven is upon us" came into being when the Roman empire was falling apart and too many people were suffering badly. It was a tactic to gain more converts. The rationale was that no matter how badly we suffer in this life, the next will be better.
Hindus and Buddhists did not live in ancient Rome, so they were not pulled into this fallacy. Don't you think that the idea of making the most of the life we have makes a heck of a lot of sense?
2006-09-06 11:44:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was brought up Xian but I became a Buddhist because its the only thing I've ever read which makes sense. If you want to read some truly inspiring teaching look up the kalama sutta, this provides an insight onto what you should and shouldn't believe no matter what religion you are.
2006-09-06 12:31:06 · answer #3 · answered by Om 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Hindus worship 24 Gods and Goddesses, and the Buddhists worship none. They are all confused people.
Not just they, but all people must focus on living happily and fully. That way there will be less wars and more peace.
To attain heaven, you have to be a monotheist. But not just any monotheist...
2006-09-06 11:42:18 · answer #4 · answered by blunt_yet_sharp 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Heaven and hell are not the goal. In this life aquiring things is not the goal. All beings want happiness.
The focus is on living this life happily, but can it be complete if others are not happy?
2006-09-06 16:17:57 · answer #5 · answered by Sincere Questioner 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's not a particularly accurate soundbyte summary of two religions.
2006-09-06 11:43:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
er...........that is very twisted logic, as is most Xian logic
2006-09-06 11:39:49 · answer #7 · answered by gwbruce_2000 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=ApKIHUOIUv56.2tbcqQ5tAPzy6IX?qid=20060906083620AAMhgic
2006-09-06 11:39:49 · answer #8 · answered by DR. DINO 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋