Please read following articles with patience.
I would like to know your opinion on what we can learn from these bitter articles.
~ Lakshan Bandara
- http://www.harunyahya.com/buddhism01.php
"When we consider Buddhism's appearance, its scriptures, general beliefs, style of worship in the light of the Qur'an, we begin to see that its basic philosophy is founded on very deviant doctrines. Indeed, its worship contains strange practices leading its devotees to worship idols of stone and clay. As a belief, Buddhism is contrary to logic and intelligence." - http://www.islamandkarma.com/
"The belief in karma is one such characteristic of these religions that are currently attracting interest in our countries. Although it encourages people to adopt certain positive moral qualities, the philosophy of karma also contains several erroneous and superstitious beliefs. It is not possible for these superstitions, which form the basis of the belief in karma, to become a way to freedom for humanity or to bring people genuine inner certainty and peace of mind. On the contrary, they cause even greater spiritual confusion."
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I think there are wonderful similarities. The teachings of Buddha emphasises "the middle way"---or "balance"---the Quran also gives importance to "balance"/moderation. Practices of monks try to incorporate humility and encourage compassion, an aspect exemplified in the practice of fasting in the month of Ramadhan. The pursuit of knowledge is also a key of both religions---with Buddhists building a place of higher learning at Nalanda and Muslims building the Al-Azar University (970 CE).......
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ReplyDeleteThank you, and I appreciate your diplomacy.
Assume, you come from Islamic background, and warmly welcome to discuss.
Could you please comment regarding the contents of the above web links.
To what extent, do you agree and/or disagree?
What lessons do you suggest, Buddhists must learn out of such criticism?
Lakshan Bandara