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[GenericTaoMaster]

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As my family has a Christian background.

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[Theofane]

Hello!

I used to be a Buddhist and am still interested in Eastern philosophy. How can the concept of Tao be compared to the Word of God found in Scripture, in your opinion? Have you read the Bible?

 

[GenericTaoMaster]

Hello!

I used to be a Buddhist and am still interested in Eastern philosophy. How can the concept of Tao be compared to the Word of God found in Scripture, in your opinion? Have you read the Bible?

yes I have, well it has been a long time Theofane, since I have revisited. I am shameful for this, but I need my mind to be clear on this spiritual journey I have undertaken, and I have actually tried avoiding reading anything written by man, and only try "reading" nature... as nature is the only thing I trust these days-- the earth spinning, the wind, the ocean, the sound of birds chirping in the moring; I try dearly to avoid anything that has been tainted by the touch of man, for man can be corrupted;

the word of God cannot be corrupted, but I am of the belief (hey I could be wrong u can correct me) that God exists beyond our 3rd dimensional conception of space & time; therefore, it is quite difficult for us to actually fathom all that is God with our material 3rd dimensional minds;

the very interesting thing about Tao and Buddeh is that you can follow both the former and also be of ANY religious belief, faith, or religion.

If you would like to bring up a specific scripture of line or topic within the bible to explore my theory here, I would be happy to continue this discourse with you

 

[madison1101]

I taught a World Religions unit in a 7th grade Geography class, and would ocassionally have a Buddhist student in my class. From my studies, and my students, I learned that Buddha never claimed to be a god, and that he is not worshiped by those who practice Buddhism. I learned that Buddha's teachings are a guide for life. I also learned that they do not conflict with the teachings of Scripture.

I will say that a Christian should not turn away from the Bible and Christian fellowship to study Buddhism. I believe the Bible is the true Word of God, and that its teachings are the Truth that Christ speaks of when He says, "I am the Way, the Truth and the Life. Nobody comes to the Father, but by Me."

In order to have a personal relationship with our Heavenly Father, we must have a personal relationship with Jesus. In order to do that, we must study the Word of God. Also, in order to achieve true peace, we must know Christ as well. Philippians 4 discusses how to do this.

So, while Buddha's teachings are not in conflict with the Lord's Word, they lack the source and ability for people to truly reach enlightenment, and that is a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

 

[GenericTaoMaster]

I very much agree with you Madisson1101. The reason I am purposefully weaning myself from the word of God, is that I hope through the process of bottom up discovery, I will discover the truths that I have learned top-down style, and is no one in denial of the word of God, that is why I feel a deep sense of existential shamefulness for having purposely denied myself the comfort of the bible.

In the sense that Buddeh and the way of the Tao does not provide the "source and ability" for enlightenment on its own, I am in agreement there with what you mention, and I seek (the hard way of course) to learn on my own because I am stubborn.

I very much appreciate your openmindedness in this discussion. Thanks!

 

[madison1101]

I very much agree with you Madisson1101. The reason I am purposefully weaning myself from the word of God, is that I hope through the process of bottom up discovery, I will discover the truths that I have learned top-down style, and is no one in denial of the word of God, that is why I feel a deep sense of existential shamefulness for having purposely denied myself the comfort of the bible.

In the sense that Buddeh and the way of the Tao does not provide the "source and ability" for enlightenment on its own, I am in agreement there with what you mention, and I seek (the hard way of course) to learn on my own because I am stubborn.

I very much appreciate your openmindedness in this discussion. Thanks!

I have been taught, and I believe, that the Bible is the inerrant Word of God, and is His letter to His children. We learn about Him, His love and grace, by studying it. I believe that when we accept Christ as our personal Savior, the Holy Spirit of God indwells us. It is through the Holy Spirit that we are able to get true meaning out of the Bible. Each time I study it, my eyes are opened to more and more Truth.

I believe that meditating on certain Scripture verses, and praying, I can have true inner peace, the peace that passes all understanding.

 

[Flowerandthevine]

I taught a World Religions unit in a 7th grade Geography class, and would ocassionally have a Buddhist student in my class. From my studies, and my students, I learned that Buddha never claimed to be a god, and that he is not worshiped by those who practice Buddhism. I learned that Buddha's teachings are a guide for life. I also learned that they do not conflict with the teachings of Scripture.

I will say that a Christian should not turn away from the Bible and Christian fellowship to study Buddhism. I believe the Bible is the true Word of God, and that its teachings are the Truth that Christ speaks of when He says, "I am the Way, the Truth and the Life. Nobody comes to the Father, but by Me."

In order to have a personal relationship with our Heavenly Father, we must have a personal relationship with Jesus. In order to do that, we must study the Word of God. Also, in order to achieve true peace, we must know Christ as well. Philippians 4 discusses how to do this.

So, while Buddha's teachings are not in conflict with the Lord's Word, they lack the source and ability for people to truly reach enlightenment, and that is a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

I'd like to learn more is that chapter 4. Thank you!

 

[madison1101]

I'd like to learn more is that chapter 4. Thank you!

Yes, it is Philippians chapter 4. It tell us what to think about. The description is of Christ.

 

[rainforks]

if we are created in God's image, i think we all must have a part of God inside.

 

[rainforks]

i don't understand....
i feel God's energy inside me... but then i feel there's something bigger than me too...

 

[madison1101]

GenericTaoMaster and ChristianCrusader,
What do any of your posts have to do with Bipolar Disorder? This is a Bipolar Disorder Forum. Why are either of you bringing unBiblical teachings to a Christian support forum for people suffering from a serious mental illness?

 

[BRERDO]

Just to throw this out there. If you do not know about a book titled "Living Buddha, Living Christ" by Thich Nhat Hanh... it is an interesting read. He is a Buddhist Monk and a Christian and talks about how, like you said, Buddha never declared himself a God. He also never spoke of himself as being human but only a teacher.

I don't know. It was an interesting book and worth the read. Thich Nhat Hanh is a remarkable man, despite any religion he follows.