“Budhism is more of a philosify than a religion. and hence can be incorporated in any religion. u can be a budhist and christian. or budhist and hindu etc.”
True or False?
i’d appreciate it if u can shed some light on it. 
*This thread is just for discussion purpose only, i’d appreciate it if u all can have a civilized conversation here without any bashing of religions."
Re: Budhism, a religion or a philosify?
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*Originally posted by suroor_ca02: *
"Budhism is more of a philosify than a religion. and hence can be incorporated in any religion. u can be a budhist and christian. or budhist and hindu etc."
True or False?
i'd appreciate it if u can shed some light on it. :-)
*This thread is just for discussion purpose only, i'd appreciate it if u all can have a civilized conversation here without any bashing of religions."
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probably true. u can even practice some hindu beliefs and still be another religion.
u may incorporate any religion with Buddhism. True
u can not incorporate "Deen"-e-Islam with Buddhism. True
Suroor - Budhism can be followed by anyone because it has no restrictions on dress, prayer recitation or rituals. The Budha was basically affected by suffering. He wanted an answer to end it, and when he gained enlightenment he got the answer. All suffering is due to the mind and it's desires. Control the mind and you eliminate suffering, create happiness, benefit society, gain nirvana and end the birth-rebirth cycle.
Since Budhism is mind-focused the only stress it lays is on meditation, positive thoughts, chanting mantras to purify the self and non-violence. All forms of prayer are cleansing thus any form can be used if Budhist prayers are not appealing. If there is emphasis on something it is meditation because without meditation the mind cannot be still. And it is only in stillness that you can commune with spirit or God.
Phew that was long.:)
From my understanding, and what I have read, it is definately a religion. All religions have a "philosophy", but they are still deemed to be religions.
If you ever have time, do read about the Buddhist philosophy, it has some fine points. What was also interesting to me is what early buddhist teachers had to say about Islam and muslims.
Tell us Munni, don't keep us in suspense!:)
Yeah, but doesn't this only apply to non-denominational Buddhism?
What about the roles of bodhisattva? or Tibetan spirituality? etc...
Actually, philosophy and religion are two different things. Religion can’t entirely be explained with wisdom but philosophy can. By the way, philosophy itself means “love of wisdom”.
Buddhism is just a philosophy because Budha never claimed himself to be a god and we all know that, if there’s no god there’s no religion.
Back to initial question, I’m not sure it would make sense if you call yourself a buddhist Muslim or buddhist christian. But I think we sure can relate Buddhism to Islam because the ‘Four Noble Truths’ are very similar to what Islam teaches us about life.
If you study the entire philosophy you’ll realize that some of the teachings aren’t so realistic…hmm very interesting ideology though! :k:
From dictionary.com :D
Bud·dhism __ (P)Pronunciation Key(bdzm, bdz-)
n.
buddhism
\Bud"dhism\, n. The religion based upon the doctrine originally taught by the Hindoo sage Gautama Siddartha, surnamed Buddha, ``the awakened or enlightened,'' in the sixth century b. c., and adopted as a religion by the greater part of the inhabitants of Central and Eastern Asia and the Indian Islands. Buddha's teaching is believed to have been atheistic; yet it was characterized by elevated humanity and morality. It presents release from existence (a beatific enfranchisement, Nirv^a]na) as the greatest good. Buddhists believe in transmigration of souls through all phases and forms of life. Their number was estimated in 1881 at 470,000,000
buddhism
n 1: the religion venerating Buddha represented by many groups especially in Asia [syn: Buddhism] 2: the ethical philosophy of Buddha; emphasizes physical and spiritual discipline as a means of liberation from the physical world [syn: Buddhism]
Personally, even if its a philosophy that can be incorporated with other religions, it has no place to be incorporated in Islam as islam in itself is the entire way of life, philosophy and all included.