for instance, they left behind a life of luxury in order to pursue wisdom...
2007-03-07 07:14:50 · 13 answers · asked by Bron-Yr-Aur 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Anyone short, fat and with big ears.
Noddy's friend Big ears for instance.
2007-03-07 07:18:29 · answer #1 · answered by Nick W 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well, someone mentioned Ghandi, Krishnamurti, you have a lot of Bodhisattvas who have done this (you can easily look this up). As the person stated above, we all have buddha-nature and each of us can aspire to be a Buddha (there is more than one). The interesting thing about leaving luxuries is that the Buddha only did that because the luxuries were interfering with his happiness and increasing his suffering and others suffering. One of the practices of a Bodhisattva is to leave all possessions, friends, families in search of wisdom and an end to suffering. If we can have these things, not suffer and decrease other people's suffering then we do not have to leave them but very few of us can do that. Sometimes it's simply taking a retreat to experience a quiet mind and meditate on what is blocking us from our true nature which is happiness and freedom from suffering. If you like, study 37 Practices of Bodhisattvas. Best to you.
2007-03-07 15:30:57 · answer #2 · answered by Yogini 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The truth is that all of us are "like Buddha." We all have buddha-nature, which means that we all have the potential to acheive enlightenment.
Certainly all people who have a life of luxury could leave it behind if they chose to to help others. Buddha left his life of luxury in order to pursue wisdom with the goal of helping all beings become enlightened!
You could do the same if you wish. Good Luck!
2007-03-07 15:24:06 · answer #3 · answered by jmalcomson 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How about Yusuf Islam (Cat Stevens)? Very wise man. Just like Buddha.
But of course, you don't have to give up luxury to attain wisdom. How about Richard Gere? Though most people accept that a luxurious lifestyle is likely to be a bit of a distraction he seems to steer a 'middle way' fairly well.
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2007-03-07 17:48:44 · answer #4 · answered by Nobody 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Leaving behind luxury is nothing...as many of the richest are still unhappy and suffering.
Leaving behind luxury does not make someone like Buddha. Someone overcoming suffering (which all individuals feel) and being Enlightened is like the Buddha.
~ Eric Putkonen
2007-03-07 15:27:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anybody who leaves behind a life of luxury to pursue an answer to suffering is like the Buddha... doesn't matter what their philosophy in life or religion is.
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2007-03-07 15:18:18 · answer #6 · answered by vinslave 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Henry David Thoreau!
2007-03-07 15:17:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Buddha is the respected name for "provided" or "knowledgeable".
It shows history it is dearly mistaken with simbols and its own commitment towards intelligence as long as others see though their own mind not that to be appreciated most for enjoyable sight of pleasurable things.
Now beyond the sarcasm a buddha is not a luxurious eminence with lots of wisdom to endeavour the presence of those close and help them for their kind esteem and loyal help. A buddha is bound to rule, serve the land and get rich if he wants this, not because some knacker or wannabe wanted this information printed somewhere at his own measure of success (genetic changes, akashic record, books, you name it).
Some people are not eager to learn while they craft their presence to justify that of others or their importance to fit that of their next of kin, we learn or not, we know or not, this is simple, you are expected to know, your father told you. Simple enough?
your own swadistana chakram entered his sacrilege long enough to see fit and beyond personal trauma. This is encouraged and truthfully honorable (my respects).
If you can see beyond the walls in meditation and believe love is sacred to none while in commerce and affectionate remind of luxury, then you are a buddha who sees the truth in the face and smiles at contempt (knowing me and knowing you).
If you are still older (over 13) you are a sacrilegous buddha and have the same knowledge as I, may I explain it, commit to murder and harass the guilt, very conspicuous and marauding will I insist wittiful acrimonnia from bereft and whisper, magic is served still, funny indeed.
Agnus Dei.
2007-03-07 15:27:44 · answer #8 · answered by Manny 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Francesco Bernadoni... St Francis of Assisi.
2007-03-07 15:19:51 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Lao Tzu, Gandhi, Prince William (he's going to Iraq), my cousin Jerry, his wife Andrea, their two kids, Allie and Bobby....that's all I got.
2007-03-07 15:25:57 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋