Wow, to add an American Christian's perspective into this, no one is shooting down anyone. I was intrigued rather than insulted by shaky's statement that he believes Jesus was one of the Buddhas. It's fascinating to learn how he is perceived by other cultures and belief systems. That doesn't change the fact I believe he is God.
Mandos, I have a feeling this isn't the first time you saw fireworks with someone... 😉
I think if any lesson can be learned from these threads, it's that the world's stereotypes about countries and religions are just that, stereotypes. I've learned so much about people here and it's broadened my horizons. I certainly hope I've represented Americans and Christians as something other than Bible-toting idiots ready to form a lynch mob. We try to be as understanding and as compassionate as we can be and at the same time defend our faith when it is flat-out ridiculed.
Very plausible since the Bible doesn't really mention how Jesus spent his time between when he was 12 and about 30. A lot of people assume the worst, but aside from just helping the family out by doing carpentry work, it would be a very good thing to go and explore the world, really interact with as many people as possible. Studying those ways of life and getting to know people from other regions is in no way counterproductive to Jesus' mission.
Originally posted by willofthewisp
Very plausible since the Bible doesn't really mention how Jesus spent his time between when he was 12 and about 30. A lot of people assume the worst, but aside from just helping the family out by doing carpentry work, it would be a very good thing to go and explore the world, really interact with as many people as possible. Studying those ways of life and getting to know people from other regions is in no way counterproductive to Jesus' mission.
Joseph... took care of him...
Originally posted by Shakyamunison
The ultimate goal of Buddhism is a winning life. Also, if Buddhahood and Nirvana were truly free of attachments, then no Buddhas would ever return to the Earth to guide the rest of us.
but isnt that why you have boddhisvatas, those who cud buddhahood but intentionally remain behind because they do not want to go alone while the wrest of humanity suffers. i do not think, relegiously, that buddhas are resincarnated. thats what nirvana means, escaping the cycle of death and rebirth.
Originally posted by leonheartmm
but isnt that why you have boddhisvatas, those who cud buddhahood but intentionally remain behind because they do not want to go alone while the wrest of humanity suffers. i do not think, relegiously, that buddhas are resincarnated. thats what nirvana means, escaping the cycle of death and rebirth.
You are correct on the mythology, my bad. Bodhisattvas are what are returning, not Buddhas. However, I hope you realize that this is just mythology, and should not be taken literally.
Originally posted by leonheartmm
2 possibilities arise from that statement1: josep sodomised jesus
2: jesus is a robot created by joseph with a flaw in his leg design
You forgot a thrid:
3. Joseph's yell of pleasure towards the sky created Heaven, and Jesus's agonising anal scream of distress faceing the Earth created Hell.
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