My experience with meditation using Buddhist discipline never really has an ultimate direction other than egolessness and enlightenment. I wonder if Jesus's message of Love is the next step in my path and if i need to modify my behavior to engage in society for the benefit of those that have less hope than i.
2006-10-28 04:36:04 · 18 answers · asked by sleepingquail 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
The Creator has always been, and has always made Himself
known to us. ALL religion is based on spiritual TRUTH, but
goes its own way according the wisdoms of men.
Usually, men who haven't had spiritual experiences themselves, trying to explain them.
The buddha, (god within), is just another term for the spirit.
Man thinks he is the only creation. But Creation is FULL of life!
Read in JOB.
"Ask the Earth and it will teach you,
and the birds of the air and they will teach you,
and the fishes of the sea will declare it unto you!"
2006-10-28 04:46:51 · answer #1 · answered by zenbuddhamaster 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Many Buddhist beliefs seem alright, but as a Christian we are ordered not to do things of a spiritual nature like non-believers do, such as meditation. Because when your mind is empty then something else (a demon, maybe) can take over. Besides, Buddhists don't even believe in a Creator.
2006-10-28 05:40:49 · answer #2 · answered by . 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, of course, Christianity has proven to be compatible with many dfferent types of influences, as it assumes different philosophies as a means to communicate its central tenets (For example, the use of greco-roman thinking in the Gospel of John, Aquinas' use of aristotle, enlightenment thought in John Locke's theology, and of course, the mega-church's embrace of capitalism going on right now).
Also, one strain of buddhism (Mahayana, maybe?) teaches about the Bodhisatva, an individual who ahs reached enlightenment but remains among the living out of compassion to teach others about the path to enlightenment. There are many Buddhists who see Jesus as a bodhisatva.
Likewise, there are many Buddhists who will tell you that as a Christian, "keep on doin' what you're doing as a Christian. its teachings are good, and next time around, you'll be re-incarnated a s a buddhist!"
Of course, plenty of Christians will tell you to completely abandon Buddhist traditions. But as to whether Jesus would tell you that--I don't thiink anyone can speak to that.
At the end of the day, it's your comfort level that will determine their compatibility.
2006-10-28 05:21:25 · answer #3 · answered by carwheelsongravel1975 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buddhism is just a system of philosophy and practice founded on a set of moral precepts-it is compatible with all other religious beliefs that do not focus too much on theology or dogma. Explore any other path you desire and as long as you think right and act right in your dealings with others you will still remain a Buddhist.
2006-10-28 04:41:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Try the course in miracles.
It combines the ideas of egolessness, enlightenment and a new vision of unconditional love in a single package.
And it manages to do it with out any contradictions.
If you need any help or have any questions just email.
Love and blessings Don
2006-10-28 04:45:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Just my observation - mainstream Christianity seems to be about a lot of things other than love for one another. Why do you need a human construct of tenets and dogma to follow a path of compassion, love and humility?
2006-10-28 04:44:44 · answer #6 · answered by Skeff 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Here's another opinion just as valuable as any other that you will get from Y! answers:
Over and over again, my research of Buddhist mindsets/lifestyles claims Buddhist practices to be entirely compatable with just about any religion....
That is, I guess Buddhism is not a religion per se, and is in fact more of a way of approaching life - one that leads to clarity of thought, absence of self-serving motives, etc.
Which sounds to ME like a fine way of approaching just about anything... I mean, hell, wouldn't it make sense to address a huge topic like religion with an open mind?
Best of luck in your spiritual journeys, friend.
2006-10-28 04:48:41 · answer #7 · answered by nowyermessingwithasonofabitch 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
There is wisdom and help in many relgions or faiths....inlcuding yours.....if you have found help in this, then it was worth the experience..... Jesus came to give us the final and complete direction to eternal life. I encourage you to continue on in your search for truth and love.... Jesus will not disappoint you. He is love itself, and the prince of peace..
2006-10-28 04:50:42 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You cannot serve two masters. Buddhism worships a false idol; Christianity is about Jesus Christ, who died on a cross to pay for our sins. There is no other name under heaven by which anyone might be saved, except for His.
Choose this day whom you will serve.
2006-10-28 04:44:32 · answer #9 · answered by Esther 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
The problem it is a philosophy that implies certain tenants of eastern philosophy like karma. Eastern philosophy is harmful in that it assumes our God of Abraham doesnt exist and that evil is an illusion.
Eastern philosophy is incompatible with theism.
2006-10-28 05:02:18 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋