what do u think about buddists and why?
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I figure that Buddhists are like Jews and Catholics - they are people.\n\nAdditionally Budhism, Judaism and Catholocism are all essentially the same as well - each says the truth or spirit of God is within.\n\nIt's just when people get involved to adulterate these pristine beliefs with their own personal agendas that we have religious conflict.
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people see the open broad movments of some of the more "fancy" styles and they don't understand it. like most things people don't understand they pass judgment without trying to understand it. this plus movies and the sholin monks going around preforming for people without actually kicking butt makes people a little sceptical of its possiblities in battle.\n \n one more note that just occured to me. those who may actually know that this style is effective, but never have had the chance to practice due to what ever reason may actually be resntful and say things aganist the style to make them feel like they aren't wasting their time on something that is worse or just as good as what ever else can be out there. it makes them feel more secure in what they are learning.
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lmao! I know! there are sooo many. they need to seperate the religion category into seperate religion. I can't find any questions involving budhists or pagans unless it's something ignorant like,"Why are all muslims terrorists?" How could someone ask that?
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I don't know, but Buddah died without a sense of peace inhis life. So I would rather believe Christ, wouldn't you?\nhttp://www.bibleprobe.com/365messianicprophecies.htm
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The Vietnamese Buddhists are of the Pure Land sect. They pay homage to Buddha and to Kwan Yin, the female Bodhisattva of Compassion. They believe in a heaven of sorts, the Pure Land. Of course they chant in Vietnamese and have certain rituals similar to other Buddhist sects. I have attended a Vietnamese Temple. They welcome other sects to their services, including Tibetan and Zen adherents.
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God- all loving, but has the unfortunate characteristic of not existing.\n\nJesus- taught a lot of good things, but also taught many things which I believe were harmful\n\nThe Colonel- since i'm vegetarian, i'm not inclined to give it to him.\n\nBuddha- Buddha had a lot of wisdom, and most importantly taught good values and reasoning and disdained dogma and doctrine.  He is my choice.
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Buddhists don't believe that life is suffering, thats a common misunderstanding.. If one studies the texts, they will find that it says things like attachment, anger, and Indulgence in life cause suffering... Buddhists know that "Buddha" will save them from suffering, but not the actual human being, but what he represents...  \n\n         As many of you know, the physical form of the Buddha represents the highest spiritual mastery in which one can relate to his or her mind.. In this sense Buddha potential is what can save you... But the only one that can save you from suffering in life is yourself, by analyzing why you suffer, what suffers, and what course of action will be best to ease suffering.. \n\n         I know that compassion and wisdom are the main focal point when learning about Buddhist practices... Its like this, Jesus doesn't save people, his example saves people... Its when we start to follow these examples (adjusted to our situation and surroundings) that we begin to be saved... pretty much though, Losing selfishness will lose your expectations and problems, and give you freedom of mind and body, thus losing suffering which will ultimately save you... hope this helps.. cheers!
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i have never trusted the media.... \n\ni'm a religious studies major...\ni make it a point to only study religions from the perspective of the ppl who practice them. what can a hindu or a jew or a christian or a muslim teach me about buddhism that a buddhist who lives this everyday cant\n\n\n***also.... since converting to Islam i have noticed the same things you have. after watching Control Room, i understood why things are the way they are.\n\n*just my opinion\n\nasalamwalaikum
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They don't know how to look.  It's difficult and scary.\nSpiritual path means you have to face your demons.  It's most people's choice to avoid them.  Our culture does not support your suggestion of happiness.  Culture and media supports looking for fulfillment from outside.  I really wish everyone could be happy, too.  That's why i'm always suggesting yoga and breathing to people who are asking questions.
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Contemporary Buddhist practices differ from place to place. You should investigate which branch of Buddhism you're interested in and then research how well their practices reflect the foundations of either their branch or Buddhism as a whole.\nFor the most part, thought, Buddhists do practice what they teach.
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I love them! I think the Indians are generally peaceful, very thoughtful people. You have a rich philosophical and religious system, I've never met a bad Indian, and I don't think I will. \n\nI can imagine you're asking because of America's view against all people with brown skin, however I've never seen the point in blaming Indians. I don't generalize to an entire group of people to begin with, but I think it's silly to think that Indians are really capable of anything so hateful. I mean, come on, did Mahatma Gandhi teach us all nothing? \n\nI hope to visit India one day, I think I'd really enjoy it there.
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u just said they are good people!! did u ever think why they didn't give u the "right" descipline? it could be bcz of ignorance only
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Why not find a zen group or a Buddhist center and ask if any of their members are in practice or if they know of anyone who is?  I have included 2 links, because you don't say where in Pennsylvania you are.\n\nhttp://www.prairiewindzen.org/zcp/\nhttp://iriz.hanazono.ac.jp/zen_centers/centers_data/usaNW.htm#PENNSYLVANIA
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I don't think they are hatful. I think many of the leaders are frustrated or perhaps selfish or otherwise suffering from the trials that life brings with it, but I don’t think the majority of the people are hatful.  \n\nI do believe however that many of the followers of these faiths are misguided...just as you are. Not in their choice of religion or faith, (or lack there of) but in the way they practice. Certainly there is no reason for Christians to treat practitioners of other religions with hostility. Nowhere in the bible does it say that Jesus teased, belittled and harassed those that would not follow him. Yet many Christians feel obligated to do so today? \n\nStill, I think you are looking at the minority of the practitioners and allowing their actions to be interpreted as the actions of the majority of people. Regardless of your faith or beliefs, try to be companionate and understanding and look at the situation with some perspective.  \n\nI hope this helps.
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Orientals bow instead of shaking hands to avoid getting negative\nspiritual energy from others.\nWhat do you know about Martial Arts Bullshido?\nI am self-taught, studying for 30 years. Have proven myself in "street" fights.\nAnd started developing my own style before I got degenerating discs!\nWhat have YOU done but criticize people on Yahoo Answers? I've seen your answers before.
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My dear friend, \n\nBelow I have done my best to try and explain the sects of Buddhism to level comprehensible to the general public; I sincerely hope it helps you.\n\nHowever, I first must briefly touch on the answer given by [Ronin], which is undoubtedly more a source than an answer.  To comment, our friend here has asked us to help her understand the differences between the branches of Buddhism, as she hasn't "been able to understand them perfectly and was wondering if anyone could put them into layman’s terms for [her]".  Citing wikipedia does neither for her, and I believe you may even insult her by suggesting she does not know how to search for information.  People come her, to the answers services because they have been unsuccessful in their quest for an answer; hence it is up to people who may know the answer to try and assist them in any way that we can, and not simply throw them more incomprehensible information.\n\nA period after the pir-nirvana of the Lord Buddha, the "Elders" and the "Novices" of Buddhism had an argument regarding the preservation of offerings for an overnight situation.  This let to a fine separation into 2 factions of Buddhism: Theravada and Mahasamghika (Elders and Novices) - the terms used previously are given in the ancient language Sanskrit.  In fact, the Mahasamghika was the stepping stone or hint that another form of Buddhism would take place, and that form would be known as Mahayana Buddhism.  Mahayana Buddhism was introduced to the world by Nagarjuna Buddha (or Nagarjuna Bodhisattva - depending on tradition), and the Mahasamghika slowly dissipated into another form of Buddhism, known as Hinayana.\n\nSo to briefly bring things into perspective:  Hinayana, Mahayana and Theravada.  However, this is not the end yet.  Some people actually place Theravada Buddhism under the banner of Hinayana Buddhism.  So, there are mainly the two branches: Hinayana and Mahayana (but readers please take note, it is not that I am in total agreement of this; I merely wish to use it as an example to simplify matters).  Now, to help you understand the differences.  Places like Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Sri Lanka, India etc are all examples where Hinayana Buddhism is prominent; their Dharma Robes are easily distinguished tending to look like a very large cloth wrapped around their body.  Countries like China, Taiwan, Korea, Tibet, Japan etc are all examples where Mahayana Buddhism is prominent; their Dharma Robes are not so easily distinguished tending to vary from tradition, but one thing is certain, and that is they often have a look of Chinese Tang Dynasty Royal Family robes.\n\nWell, "is that all", you ask?  No, because within the Mahayana tradition there is another lineage of Buddhism, known as the Tantrayana (or Vajrayana).  All the countries mentioned in the category of Mahayana fit this description, but please take note that there is an extremely large amount of overlapping.  And to complicate matter even further, these branches of Buddhism are separated in another general manner:  Exoteric and Esoteric.\n\nSo to conclude:\nExoteric Buddhism - Hinayana Buddhism (Thailand, Sri Lanka...etc)\n             - Mahayana Buddhism (Taiwan, Korea, China)\n\nEsoteric Buddhism-Tantrayana Buddhism (China, Tibet, Japan)\n\nRemember, it all depends in what context you are speaking of.\n\nI hope I have helped you, and would appreciate criticism and education from the learned friends of the world wide web.\n\nvhy
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I don't think it's very efficient to group everyone into two groups like that. I'm sure that there are people in both groups that love their parents relentlessly, and I am also sure that there are members of both groups that despise their parents and everything they stand for.\n\nAfter all, not even Buddhists are perfect.\n\nAdder_Astros\nPowerful Member of the House of Light.\n[]xxxxx[];;;;;;;;;;;;;;>.\nhttp://www.adderastros.com