Is it wrong to have two religions?

Question

I am a buddhist and I really want to keep this religion because I believe that God is always by my side no matter what that happens. I love the fellowships in temple and this temple is my whole entire life. I am not against any religion and thus I go to church to attend services and worshipping God. But in the bible it says in the 10 commandments that one shall worship Him and no other worshipping of other idols. Something like that... So I was thinking is it a sin to have two religions? In a buddhist point of view and a christian point of view. Help needed...please? I can't decide on one because to me both are the same and that we pray to the Almighty-GOD

Thanks to all of you. I really appreciate the comments and views. I've found the answers that I want to know. I insist on practising both Buddhism and Christianity at the same time. God Bless ya all. Have a nice weekend...

Answer 1

You have to be aware that Buddhism is first and foremost a system of philosophy and practice not a set of theological doctrines. Keep practising and adhering to your Buddhist moral precepts and freely explore any other religion you want. The Buddha taught keep the meaning forget the words. It's all about how you live not what doctrines you adhere to, so you are free to practice Christianity in the knowledge that Buddhism embraces the diversity of alternative religious beliefs.

Answer 2

I don't know enough about Buddhism to really say.
Is it worshipping some deity; or is it more a life-style and seeking contentment and such.

Is the deity Buddhists worship the SAME as the Deity Christians (and Jews) worship?

It is wrong to worship the Almighty, the Creator of the Universe AND also to worship idols. Do buddhists worship idols?

How can a person learn about another "religion" if they don't go, observe, and experience it?

But Christianity is accepting Jesus Christ as Saviour; He does for us what we can not do for ourselves.

And, the Bible teaches that we are to Love the Lord our God with all our heart, all our soul, all our mind and strength.

Maybe your saying "both are the same" means you need to explore, more, both and see what the similarities and the differences are.

Answer 3

First off, I'd like to point out that 'Christianity' is not a religion but a term to cover the religions that identify Jesus as God's son and accept him as a means to salvation. There are many religions that fit under this umbrella ranging from Catholics to Baptists to Jehovah's Witnesses.

More than likely it would be difficult to find 2 different religions that have belief systems that are compatiable, as most require devotion to a single god. Wicca would be accepting of a christian god, but christianity will not accept Wiccan teachings.. and so on.

Religion is a safety net for those that need answers to the unanswerable questions. Its a question of which net provides you the most safety and best suits your understanding of the way life works.

Answer 4

Chris, your pure heart shines through!!! Maybe you'll find peace with this analogy: Is the sun we call "Monday" different from the sun we call "Tuesday"? How about "Wednesday"? Though the sun reveals itself at different times, in different places around the earth, and with different names, yet it is still the one and only sun of our solar system. And so it is with God! Baha'is refer to this as "progressive revelation". The spiritual teachings of Buddha and Christ are exactly the same because their Source is the one true God. What differs between Buddhism and Christianity is the social laws revealed. Christ had to reveal new social laws because humanity had changed drastically since the time Buddha walked the earth.

Baha'is embrace all major religions as The Religion of God. If you want to learn more visit www.bahai.org In the meantime, pray and rest peacefully. Your soul is in good Hands!

Answer 5

There's going to be tonnes of people here telling you that you're going to go to Hell for believing in something other than Jesus Christ. Don't listen to them. I live in Thailand and see Buddhists every day (my wife and daughter are Buddhist; I'm Christian). Buddhism is a very noble religion and very worthy. So my answer is "No". There's nothing wrong with having two religions.

Answer 6

You must be out of your mind, you are practicing multiple faith in which God will never forgive you. I am going to tell you the truth
without any intention of criticizing what you have in mind. You are very confuse over worshiping and faith. God needs no middle man whosoever to believe in. It is absolutely wrong and it is the sin that God will never forgive. Tell me how do you pray to God through Buddha and Jesus. You are praying to Buddha or Jesus
instead of the God. The only true religion is Islam, muslims pray directly to the Almighty.

Answer 7

Would you cheat on your wife?

Should choice of religion be viewed as would an a-la-carte menu in a restaurant?

Do all roads lead to Rome?

Can all religions be right if they each teach different, conficting things?

The Bible, if studied correctly, will show you how you can gain everlasting life. It also teaches that there is only one way or path to gain salvation. AND it tells us that The Almighty God is a JEALOUS God that demands EXCLUSIVE devotion.

The question should not be, "is it wrong to have two religions" but, "is it wrong to want to serve God OUR way rather than His way?"

Answer 8

Can you stay true to the core tenets of both religions? If so, I see no problem. But if you have to disregard a core tenet of either religion, then I don't feel you are practicing that religion. I think you should believe and practice whatever you feel is right, but you don't need to proclaim that you practice a particular religion when you don't believe in what they believe (it would misrepresent that religion). Simply call your practice/belief by another name (or no name) out of respect for others. Labels are over-rated anyways. Best wishes on your journey.

Answer 9

okay, what you have here is a conglomeration of religion.
think that instead of the ten commandments, look to the new testament where God's greatest commandments are, ultimately 1) respect God and 2) love everyone else more than yourself. As long as you keep those two things, you should be fine.
And since those are the ultimate truths of both religions, you have no conflicts!

Answer 10

Hi. I am a Buddhist too and I think you may be a little confused because the Buddha never spoke about God. We are a way of life that allows you to accept a god if you wish, but it is not required. So you can be a Christian too if you wish.