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Category Archives: Buddha
‘I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life’; Is Jesus the Only Way to Life? Yes and No
When we read of the teaching and actions of Jesus, it becomes clear that Jesus is nothing if not inclusive. He is free with forgiveness, healing, and acceptance and is not at all the sort of person who creates barriers. … Continue reading
Posted in Buddha, eternal life, God, Jesus, resurrection
Tagged Acts 4, John 10, John 14, salvation, universalism, World Religions
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Do All Religions Lead to the Same Place? Not Really
I am a theologically progressive believer. I am not among those who contend that all religions besides Christianity are false religions and have nothing of value to offer. Neither do I agree with Christians who insist that all who follow … Continue reading
Posted in Buddha, Jesus, love
Tagged ahimsa, golden rule, Leviticus 19, Luke 6, World Religions
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Jesus, the Buddha, and the Good News
Recently, I received a series of comments and questions from a Buddhist who had been a Catholic previously. After some initial dialog, I responded more comprehensively with this comment; it is edited slightly for a wider audience. Hi GB, You shared … Continue reading
Posted in Buddha, Jesus, the Good News
Tagged Buddhism, Matthew 22, Matthew 5, Matthew 7
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Living in a World of Pain, Suffering, and Alienation
We realize it early in life. We are hungry; we become sick or disfigured; we lose our loved ones. We have pain—terrible pain, and it is not only physical pain but mental anguish. There is war, famine, and destruction by … Continue reading
Posted in alienation, Buddha, suffering
Tagged alienation, Buddha, death, Garden of Eden, insecurity, pain, suffering
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Something is Wrong
Notice September 5, 2013 This article, Something is Wrong, has been revised and improved. It can now be found under its new title: Living in a World of Pain, Suffering, and Alienation
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