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Me and my entire family recently converted to Buddhism.
You can find real peace and love in Buddhism.
Nichiren Buddhism ?
Of course you can. You can find it through many things. Finally you understand that happiness is something you really love, sometimes. Age is one way to understanding life more. At her age I was a buddhist as well. If it works for your family, and you find peace and love, I am so happy for you.
Despite everything, God follows you and will continue to love you. Don't get lost in following strange and false religions. He wants the best for you, and he died on the cross for you, not so that you would give him something in return, but because he loves you.
I recommend you read this passage: 2 Corinthians 5:17.
I'm not a Buddhist, but I think Buddhism is such a beautiful religion🥰❤
Think about islam
@@ritajbrixi7114 no need to think about a kiddy fiddler named muhammed who organised a cult who bombs innocent people.
@@majinvegeta3284 this prouve that you are ignorant 😊😊 read about islam in quraan and speak but it s shame to speakabout some thing that you don t have any idea about it
@@ritajbrixi7114 no need
@@skipper2594 no problem
It's funny how both Islam and other god centric religions pull out the "You can't question God" card to avoid answering real questions. When actually Lord Buddha invites you to question even him
Yes, like the question of why would God torture people forever (in Hell)? how is that true justice? how can he be a loving god? I've heard the explanations: "because God is a just judge, that is Perfect Justice", "Who are we to question God?" "God is the author of life, he can do whatever he wants" "because God is eternal, the punishment is also eternal" . That explanations do not satisfy me, how is that moral? how is that just? just because someone creates something does it give him the right to torture his creation? (example: do the creators of Dolly (first cloned sheep) have the right to torture her?) and they try to convert you using fear tactics, I'm an skeptic, but I think the law of dharma makes more sense.
@@ArcaneTuber You are very wise and what you said makes total sense i am in agreement with what you said
Thats not right islam didn’t say you can’t ask please don’t judge before you search
Very true
@@ratqueen3809 but he wasn't really 'sacrificed' if he didn't actually die, right? God never had to part from him, he just subjected him to suffering. I don't understand it..
I’m only young and I didn’t have a religion and I think Buddhism is the best religion it’s very beatiful. I believe I’ve made the best choice.
Ultra Pegasus you can also visit "koi fresco" UA-cam channel..he describes Buddhism more widely....and u can read "Buddhism:plain and simple" book...it will help you to understand.. .peace
Ultra Pegasus it really is. I think Buddhism and Baha'i are the most peaceful religions.
@@shemantachy8273 forget Koi Fresco
He's just a dippy hippy (no offence koi) and 'spiritual tourist'
You want the Theravada tradition, that's where you will find the best teachers and it's the tradition that is most closely aligned with the actual teachings is The Buddha.
Peace & happiness.
Seek out Yuttadhamo Bhikku on UA-cam.
@@mcdonaldchump5804 I am Theravada buddist bro..
Buddhism will bring peace to mankind. May all beings be well & happy !
But the Bible says there is a way which seemeth right unto a man that means Buddism, Hinduism or whatever you believe May seem right or it feels right but the Bible says the end of that belief is destruction Proverbs 14:12
It may bring peace, but you can not get to heaven without Jesus.Sorry to say but its a truth. Jesus is the One who holds the keys to eternity.
Agree with you! Ong Ong
ShawBrothersGirl the Bible says rape is okay
Dennis Depocus the Bible says rape is okay
i’ve suffered from religious ocd while trying to practice christianity, but buddhism is so peaceful. sometimes i still get scared that i will be punished by for converting to buddhism, but i think i will be happier in the end when i start to practice it. christianity seems mean to me. so many rules and so much judgement when there shouldn’t be. and i don’t really agree with everything in the bible (homosexuality as a sin for example), but i think buddhism is about living your best life and bringing light into other’s lives, and i like that a lot.
I want to convert to Buddhism. Abrahamic religion is full of contradictions. Watch bart D. Ehrman videos.
Yes it is hard because of the pressure and the enemy will try everything he can to destroy you and all hope, but God’s grace is enough for you to stand up against satan and his schemes! But God in his faithfulness for you has given you the choice to believe in him or to go your way but for both there is a consequence to pay but i have already picked one because i won’t walk alone ❤
It can be hard to accept when you realise things like this
You mean like what I said
It is not about the religion it is entirely yourself.👍
She isn't judging. She is expressing her Own voice,her own mind,
No body can see her mind,body,spirit. Not anyone else on earth.
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@@hollyfrederick6685 um?. Wdym I get it
God loves you.
I recommend you read this passage: 2 Corinthians 5:17.
I’m a Christian and I spoke to many Buddhist monks. Very cool people honestly. I learned a lot from Buddhism also. Congratulations for finding your path
True spirit of christianity, stay blessed 🙏🏼
When I treat my Christian friends, they thank God, not me !
Hahaha
Hahahahahahaha
UA-cam Potatoe I get it. Same here. I always besides them when they need a helping.And help them as much as I can. But after that..... They said "Thanks God" not me......
UA-cam Potatoe christ-stains are so fucking rude. 😒
Dharmma and God same thing no attachments to the six senses. This realm doesn't really exist it's impermanent. so why quarrel. All human have Buddha nature 🤣😃😄😆😁
Welcome to Buddhism ! I'm a convert from Christianity too. Hopefully you've find a good buddhist group to hang out with. You're making yourself and the world better !
God Bless you
Jesus loves you
why did you leave God
❤
@@Besties490 I'm also a Christian but my opinion is we can believe in both Jesus and Buddha. No wrong of them!
@@Besties490 because it's the truth namaste 🙏
Despite everything, God follows you and will continue to love you. Don't get lost in following strange and false religions. He wants the best for you, and he died on the cross for you, not so that you would give him something in return, but because he loves you.
I recommend you read this passage: 2 Corinthians 5:17.
I was talking to my co-worker about being buddhist and he told me that Buddha in in all of us and everything that we do, even for the love of our children to our parents. he told me that Buddha is love and kindness!
Despite everything, God follows you and will continue to love you. Don't get lost in following strange and false religions. He wants the best for you, and he died on the cross for you, not so that you would give him something in return, but because he loves you.
I recommend you read this passage: 2 Corinthians 5:17.
girl, you are a true buddhist. I give you that
Doesn't matter what religion you follow. We could argue which one is right all day! Just practice your faith as best you can...
But it does matter Jesus Christ AKA Yeshua since that he is the only way the truth and the life and what does it profit you to gain the whole world but lose your soul after death
@@shawbrothersgirl2740 how is practicing your own faith “gaining the world”?
This is not to condemn anyone but Jesus is the only way the truth and the life. It’s not about arguing which religion or faith is right... this is literally your soul and eternal life at stake! Jesus is REAL guys and he is coming back soon. But it’s also not about a religion, it’s about a personal relationship regardless of what some other Christians might say. I can testify for this myself as well as many others! It is hard to convince people who are so deceived by the schemes of the enemy and I do understand people if they take different viewpoints as that is the way of the world now but Jesus literally DIED a PAINFUL PAINFUL death for us and although people reject this, he still did this. He did it as a way to save our souls, and there is actually evidence for this based on people’s testimonies and the power of God in peoples lives, let alone the evidence of Jesus Christ from even secular historians who are not Christians. The Bible says that there will be a veil over people’s eyes due to the enemy, but when the truth hits you you will realise that Jesus is real. I was practically an atheist myself and I wasn’t always like this, but I literally heard the voice of God. No crazy moment or anything but it shook me to the core because it changed my whole perspective. The enemy has planted so many distractions to sway people from receiving and accepting the gospel of Jesus Christ and that’s just the reality and even many Christians have made it difficult for people to understand the true message of Jesus because they haven’t represented our faith well. We do not judge anyone and only wish for no soul to be lost and to extend the love of God and I pray for peoples lost souls as we are in the last days. Please just try it for yourselves and don’t let anybody else put you off - do your research and learn for yourself (by reading the Bible for yourself, especially New Testament) and you will see that God continuously tries to help and save us. Honestly, you will actually feel it for yourself. God is waiting to help you, heal your pain and is not there to make you feel bad, but you have to accept Him for who he is also! He is a holy God to be respected. He also teaches us to be a good person and to love everyone/not judge, as a moral and kind person. Hope everyone has success and nothing but blessings for this year and I pray for you all to experience the power and revelation of God for yourselves ❤️
@@eleanorsimret735 you have to accept that not everyone believes in your religion/faith. You should let people believe in and follow whatever they want without you telling them they're wrong or their soul is doomed. Accept that you can't control people. Trying to control things goes against the way of the universe. Have a nice day.
@@eleanorsimret735 I believe in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Christianity, Islam, Sikhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Zorastrianism, Shintoism, etc. God is nothing but one.
I've benefitted so much from Buddhism too. End of the day mindfulness practice is backed by solid research. My employer spends millions on teaching this stuff to employees but they don't label it as Buddhism. Buddhists are experts at mindfulness. Go do a 10 day retreat and you will see. Mindfulness helps one develop self awareness and this is key to relationships. Relationships lead to success in other areas of life
Despite everything, God follows you and will continue to love you. Don't get lost in following strange and false religions. He wants the best for you, and he died on the cross for you, not so that you would give him something in return, but because he loves you.
I recommend you read this passage: 2 Corinthians 5:17.
I am proud to be a buddhist🇰🇭🇲🇲❤️
Me too 🇱🇰
Chinese Buddhist here to my all Buddhist bro
@@lucky70575 ❤️.😋😋.is buddhism still growing in china bro???
@@skipper2594 i not sure but I'm Malaysia Chinese and Buddhist 🙏
Love you all, from a Bangladeshi Buddhist ( Chakma tribe)
Speaking as a person who has severe mental health problems. I find that Buddhism really helps me. It's the only friendly religion (it's not really a religion though is it? It's a philosophy) that has logical teachings based on science and nature.
I'm also a buddhist now. This is the truth that i found. The reality. I son't find any doubt in Buddha's teaching. Something special.
It is pure reason and logic.
All else The Buddha had rejected!
Dhamma is pure, truthful and liberating.
Yeshua is the only way!
@@Pantherazure Don't worry honey. I have a good news to share. Time and Truth will eventually prevail over falsehoods. There is nothing anyone can do about that.
@@CroElectroStile I think you worry too much. I have a good news to share with you too. Time and Truth will eventually prevail over falsehoods. There is nothing anyone can do about that. Is your belief truth or falsehood, given time, when the mind is awaken, people will make that determination.
@@imfine-ok1536 - Yes.
I am Buddhist turned Christian then back Buddhist my self lol, no joke. But I have to say, it is true that Buddha says life is dukkha, which translates also disatisfactory, but he doesn't end it just there. That is only the first noble truth. He says that there is a cause to suffering which is ignorance in the form attachment or aversion to what is always changing, and the labeling things as self, which is caused by wrong view. Buddha teaches the path of meditation to attain insight into the way things are. He then goes on to explain the path that leads to the end of suffering, which is the realization of Nirvana, the awakening of wisdom, compassion, and righteousness. There is an end to suffering. I can't say that here and there you won't lose sight, cuz I do many times in one day, but I have seen the truth of suffering, its cause, and its cessation through direct insight into the nature of things and I'm just a regular guy to be honest. I've suffered and done some unwholesome things out of ignorance like everybody else. And I understand your views on the Christian side of things. Sorry for the long message but as a fellow Buddhist, I just wanted to share that with you and wish you peace and happiness.
Hey can I ask what made you go from Buddhism to Christian originally? And back again? I'm going through difficult changes too so am interested
You went back to your childhood religion. Pretty normal. If you said you turned Native American, then that would have been interesting.
You went back to your childhood religion. Pretty normal. If you said you turned Native American, then that would have been interesting.
Think I'm becoming a hybrid.I still.don't pray to idols. But I seen and.hear to much ignorance from orthodox christians i dont agree with.I've ask question they never have.
Well as a child of God I can say that God is truly working on you and there may be a calling on your life Jesus Christ May call you back in but permanently next time I'm praying for you *HOWEVER* I'm curious as to what made you convert from Christianity back to Buddhism?
Thank you for sharing your story!
I’m wanting to look into different beliefs besides Christianity and the first was Buddhism. I noticed that Christians are more judgmental (not all, but some especially from the Christian group I was in) and more angry, but Buddhism teaches peacefulness and there’s more happiness and you’re more open-minded. I barely touched into it, but hearing the podcasts and your experience seems to show me that Buddhism is more peaceful.
I don't think Christianity was ever meant to be judgemental however that the way alot of Christians are nowadays I came from a Christian background and as much as I hate to have to say this but I think that it is the BuddhistS who act more like Jesus than that of the Christians.I find that there is alot of beuaty in Christianity and the bible however I don't think of the Bible as being created by any kind of God/diety I think of the Bible more so as a tool which was meant to help facilitate a higher state of concoiusness which of course given the fact it was created by man it also happens to be an imperfect tool however nothing that involves the human beings is perfect.
I am sorry to hear that,but remember if they are judgemental,they don't have Jesus in them. I was the same but until I met Jesus,I had happiness, not by meditation. God says he will give u more that what u would ever expect by just believing,your faith was not that strong and that is why u thought he is a false God,don't turn that quick,I almost did but i didn't and now I am happy,from depression,lust and now to being blessed,May u find the right path,may God bless
@@garynaccarto8636 I agree but not totally. God had his followers that was his friends,they wrote the book with the way of Jesus,buddists are acting like Jesus yes but they can't do miracles,they are not perfect like Jesus was. 12 of his followers wrote the Bible to show the truth anf that he is the way. I can understand Why People turn to Buddism but I can not worship somebody that died but I can worship somebody that Died and rose again,they found the tomb of Jesus and his Nails so there is proof That Jesus existed. But thx for the comment tho😁
*Excuse me but so what if a Christian is judging you that's not what you worship God for* THEY ARE NOT GOD *your salvation should not be based on what others think* you're supposed to worship God in truth and in spirit despite what other people think of you *so because a Christian is judging you all of a sudden you want to turn to another religion* How dumb is that?
@@shawbrothersgirl2740 Very true but that is because they can't face the truth and have to blame it on someone elses religeon.Jesus did say the people are blinded but i can make them see if they believe.Nothing but facts
Thank you for this. As a Buddhist for many years, I always love hearing about other people's journeys into Buddhist practice. You seem such a wise young person, I know that when I was your age I was not so wise. It's been a long journey for me. Wisdom sometimes feels like that mountain in the distance that never seems to get any closer as you hike towards it. But you just keep on in the right direction. 🙏☸
You have good heart
Despite everything, God follows you and will continue to love you. Don't get lost in following strange and false religions. He wants the best for you, and he died on the cross for you, not so that you would give him something in return, but because he loves you.
I recommend you read this passage: 2 Corinthians 5:17.
Buddhism is about the truth of life... mind... soul ... everything. Meditation is great tool bring you peace of mind. With peace in mind will lead you to the truth.
So you're saying it's a selfish religion... Great. Just what people need
@Elijah Manson it's finding peace within yourself. Not a selfless religion
@@iamatpeace26 How is finding peace within yourself translate to selfishness how does that make any sense?
@@unknownuser4664 key words "within yourself"
Everyone is different, therefore a murderer can find peace within themselves by justifying to themselves how they get joy out of murdering, or adulterers, or thieves or any other immoral person. It's selfish to think you can look within yourself to find answers about peace. That's the highest definition of religion because it's man made 100%
@@unknownuser4664 So I saw you din't reply to Mister's comment so let me translate it for you from his essay, basically he is telling you to convert to Christianity by disrespecting other beliefs on scooping random things to hate,hope this helps
Blessing From Nepal , Land of Himalays where Gautam Buddha was born.
Despite everything, God follows you and will continue to love you. Don't get lost in following strange and false religions. He wants the best for you, and he died on the cross for you, not so that you would give him something in return, but because he loves you.
I recommend you read this passage: 2 Corinthians 5:17.
Seeing people convert to Buddhism is pretty rare but it's good seeing that this ancient religion still has people converting and staying. Respect all the religions
Ooh,not rare at all. For about 5 decades,Eastern beliefs, especially Buddhism,is sweeping the West, often accompanied by vegetarian/vegan habits. The usual organized Religions have shown a corresponding decline.
@@fretnesbutke3233 Most people that do convert to Buddhism seem to be atheists. On UA-cam however, It seems to be a lot more common to convert away from Buddhism and into Christianity.
I am converting to Buddhism, i just turn 30 and nothing in Christianity does not make sense to me anymore, free will with consequences lol, almighty God and yet the world is filled with evil and pain and suffering, shephard?, evil people are doing anything they want lol lousy shephard, lol.
@@fretnesbutke3233 I am only 22 years and converting to Buddhism away from Christianity & atheism. I am feeling more connected to the Budda then the Christians or atheists. Never going back.
@@wuzumaki your observation is pretty much on point, in order to practice Buddhism one must be of critical mind or critical thinking, atheists usually have that logical, practical mind to question everything, being neutral and rational. That is the foundation of Buddhist thought, then you can practice the dharma and even question the words of Buddha himself, meditate on it , think on it, if it’s true or not, investigate, like gold, rub it and burn it to see it’s purity. The beauty of buddhism is in it’s sound and in depth logic and practicality. The rituals etc like in vajrayana school will come later when you gain wisdom and karma to understand the quantum realm like Buddhist science.
Most scienctific religion is Buddhism, when you read Buddhism it teaches how to be happy ,Buddhist people are calm, respect given to all religious people, creature.. I love Buddhist people and Buddhism is my true spiritual
I love your video ♥️ growing up as a Christian I completely understand you. I don’t like labeling myself but I guess I would lean more towards a Christian side. But ever since I was a child I questioned religions because I wondered “what makes Christianity so special? I believe God is a good God and I don’t believe we are the only path towards him” and in my church we grew up learning that ALL other religions are bad. It was very fear based and I could honestly say I wasn’t happy. Over time our pastor started changing, he decided to focus more on personal growth and working on the mind and we believe that the Bible has great teaching but it isn’t the word of God. It was written by man. Our spiritual life goes far deeper than 1 book. Once my pastor started teaching this way about 80% of our church left and became super hateful towards us. And I do not judge them for doing so but it kindof sucks because we have not done anything harm them. I believe they show anger towards us due to lack of understanding. They are clouded by religion. I can honestly say I feel truly free and happier now that I’ve taken a more spiritual path.
Thank you so much for sharing! I love how you talk about needing to accept the responsibilities of your achievements, as well as disappointments with things such as suffering and grief.
Practicing Buddhism really changed my life!! Tq very much to a friend of mine who introduced me to something really beautiful. Btw im from pagan into Christianity and then atheist and now I’m Buddhist🙂😇
I went from Christianity to atheism to pagan. Buddhism isn't quite my thing, but I have a lot of appreciation for it.
@@Szadek23 I went from Hindu to Christian to Atheist to Agnostic to again Christian then Agnostic. And now I am an Agnostic Buddhist. I am glad for you that you've found your path! Sending you peace!
@@mahek3017 That's quite the journey! and Yes, I'm very happy with where I ended up, thanks.
In general I do feel like people should look more into different religions, maybe they find something that speaks to them. Worst case is they are better educated on different cultures, horrible I know.
I was a Christian but then atheist and now a Buddhist.
WoW
Buddha is greater than gods
Even gods wish to be a Buddha
God's also have sufferings
But Buddha is free from all that and can lead us to Nirvana ,to be free from sufferings
Phillip Tran people like you are so brain washed see the real world you can only reach heaven through compassionate mind and heart for all don't search god in outer heaven search your inner god. Be your own Buddha
We must all find our own spiritual path, you do not follow Buddha, you become Buddha, your hatred and anger towards fellow man is not taught in the Bible, haven't you heard of love thy neibour? You must turn the other cheek relax and follow your own spiritual path in life are without anger and hatred towards others on their path.
Phillip Tran why should I say about u 😂😂😂 sorry for u
YoSteven23 Yes. His last name is Tran. It's a Vietnamese's last name.So, Vietnam has many Buddhist.
Phillip Tran this is no way to react to a comment OK please calm down Buddha is not a god as well he is a normal human like us but with better knowledge and someone who is enlightened , (GET THAT THROUGH YOUR HEAD)Oh and u seem to Vietnamese soooo quiet mate
I feel saddened to see so many rude Christian people in the comments. You people wonder why people stir away from Christianity. All the rude people telling people they have to repent, engraving fear, being so judgmental make me angry and sad.
That's their behaviour, don't worry.
I to left the church. And became a Buddhist . And I'm so at peace . Thank you
@@naninani1397 lol true
@@naninani1397 which buddhists
The original ones
Or the east Asian ones
I have never watched a video on UA-cam that I have related to so much. I am in somewhat in the same situation. I am Christian but not happy in this religion. I am looking into switching, and becoming Buddhist. It is hard for me because all of my family is Christian and I am worried that they will be disappointed in me. I love my family so much, but I also want to be able to believe in whatever I want. I am going to a confirmation class in church, and am trying to prepare how I will tell my family. My family has all been supportive of me, but this is a big change in my life. I hope everything goes well for me and I am ready to tell people my understanding of life. I really think becoming Buddhist will change my attitude and outlook on life that I really need right now.
@It’s Someone I am not that worried about committing to a religion. Because I can switch religions every single day if I wanted to, like it doesn’t really affect people in the way that it should affect me. I am more scared to tell my family than anything . I don’t want them to think any less of me and I already do. I just don’t want to take down upon me because family is a really important aspect of my life. I am pretty young to be choosing my religion right now, but if makes me happy my family should be happy for me.
@@elysesavoie9952 So how'd it go?
To me, u still can attend church, believe in Christianity even though ure a Buddhist.....forget about Buddhism is a religion, Buddhism is a teaching.... 😂
Despite everything, God follows you and will continue to love you. Don't get lost in following strange and false religions. He wants the best for you, and he died on the cross for you, not so that you would give him something in return, but because he loves you.
I recommend you read this passage: 2 Corinthians 5:17.
I myself an atheist. But, Buddhism values so useful in daily lives. Buddha itself not God like and in fact very human indeed easier for us especially me the typical folks or human on earth to learn. Buddha also never ask you to worship him. He simply just wants everyone to be good.
Welcome to Buddhism!
i'm glad you converting as buddshim , i wish you find eternal peaceful in life , i'm a buddhist from myanmar
You cannot find Eternal peace without Christ
@@shawbrothersgirl2740 christ couldnt peace himself 😂😂
@fbdvb d nv vd *IT WAS PROPHESIED that he would have to come and suffer and die and then be resurrected on the third day in order to save us from an eternal hell of burning* so yes he could've saved himself but then WE would have no remission of our sins and all of us would be Hell Bound
Same I'm from myanmar as well
@@shawbrothersgirl2740 that's problem with you people everwhere juxyz....
This quote I love....."There is a misconception that Buddhism is a religion, and that you worship Buddha. Buddhism is a practice, like yoga. You can be a Christian and practise Buddhism. I met a Catholic priest who lives in a Buddhist monastery in France. He told me that Buddhism makes him a better Christian. I love that. " ~Thich Nhat Hanh. I think this quote by this lovely Buddhist man is something for us all to remember.
Buddhist are really accommodating in term of religion alot of things. Other religion wise, probably may not be. Especially with Muslim.
Better check again... Jesus is very jealous of other religious figures. It's his way or the freaking highway.
It's true ... You can practice Buddhism with or without religion
@Emile Des Champs his way or the highway
@@jeffreystern5886 Well,he did start out as a cult leader sooo...
I also overcame my Christian faith and found Humanism as speaking to my values and then later secular Buddhism and Stoicism. Buddhism is beautiful in its practices. Being mindful, striving to be a good person, wanting to be a good person, Buddhism is valuable to anyone, no matter what religion you have.
The Jesus of the Bible was also a great teacher of wisdom and of being a good person, it is just sad that Christians are not like their Jesus, they do not carry the light they claim to have, they do not bear the fruits of the spirit the bible teaches about, their racism, homophobia, tribalism and just their need to be right all the time instead of being good had a great deal to what lead me to take that step back and eventually overcome my faith.
Still today, I have nothing against people for wishing for something greater than themselves, for believing in a god or gods of love, but I have no time for those for whom religion is a weapon to destroy, a reason to hate and a means to justify their bigotry, who preaches hell and damnation, these people, some of them comment on here, these people are addicts to their dogma, they have their Christianity, but they lost their Christ.
Same here. Buddhism is😌😌.
In my experience people who talk like this are the ones who are actually judging others, as you've done repeatedly in your post by condemning others whilst assuming you have the only correct path. Perhaps you might take some time out for self-scrutiny rather than being so quick to point fingers?
@@danielread5854 Questioning one's and the persons whom he/she/they share belief doesn't mean condoning others. C never said anything about correct path, it's the path he/she/they walk by, you are the one seem judgemental here. Everyone have their own path, If you are happy with accepting jesus which leaves you to happiness, you can follow the path but don't judge others of their decisions.
One of the better personal talks I have had the good fortune to listen to. Spoken from the heart. May all find peace & wisdom.
BarbarraBay all warm wishes to you, thank you
When you summarize buddhism,
Life is uncertain. Death is certain. Everything is uncertain. Nothing is permanent. 🙏🙏🙏
Namo Buddhaya!
I'm Zen Buddhist, I had this void in my soul, that Christianity didn't manage to fill with its rituals etc, I was really religious Christian in my past, but it didn't give me a satisfaction and lead me to nowhere. I found Buddhism, I found peace, balance and harmony, something I couldn't find in Christianity.
I was in Vietnam for over a year, mostly surrounded by buddhists. I NEVER FELT SO EMPTY, ALONE AND DEATH INSIDE. During a suicide attempt a Picture of Jesus and Nick Vuicic appearing in my head, kept me from dying. To me it`s a relationship to a higher force (God if you will). Buddhism is something for the Peace of mind. Jesus speaks to my heart.
I'm glad you've found Jesus and that He chose you. You are here for a purpose.
I'm hoping you are ok now. :)
Thats your personal business
AMEN
Haha
Sadhu Sadhu Sadhu,May you find peace and love in your beautiful life.
I love this video, helped me so much as a person finally involving myself into Buddhism.
'every single person is dealing with life and their issue is no greater than yours' thank you, I think you just changed my life.
Thank you for mentioning your dad. I relate to you on that one and your explanation of it made a huge huge difference for me in my life. I feel like my soul is similar to yours. Thank you so much for sharing 💜
Buddha's teachings are real revellations. Awakening ,enlightening, and stimulates wisdom..
The Buddha said, that if you do not truly understand suffering or Dukkha as it's known, then advancement in the Dharma will not be possible. You seem to have a pretty good understanding of suffering and you have developed compassion as well. How else would you understand that suffering is what unites, not only all people, but also all sentient creatures too. Life is a great mystery and Buddhism turns on the lights. May you reach the true Liberation that brings suffering to it's end and thanks for posting.
John Haller thank you so much. You have no idea how much this comments means to me next to all the negative. Many blessings to you🙏🏻
You have chosen the perfect path for your moral, social and spiritual journey called life. Know yourself and your purpose of life. Be your own light. You are responsible for your happiness and sorrows. Every thing and every one in this world is interdependent. As such there is no scope for being selfish and harming others. Harming others means harming self. Supporting others means supporting yourself. There is a law of cause and effect. Whatever you do, that has to have a consequences. Good cause will bring good consequences. Bad causes will bring bad consequences. Meaning of life is to be happy and to give happiness. That’s Buddhism ❤️🙏
Thank you very much for your concern and for expressing the little bit you know about Buddha . I will thank to Corona for the completely transformation of my life . I was inherited Buddhist , but I never believed or accept any kind of religion up to the locked down of 2020 march , now 2021 February and we are still on 3 rd phase of lock down , perhaps it might carries till mid March , and also living in London city where the highest number of cases and deaths are reported . So, I was so fearful and devastated at the beginning and accidentally had a chance to read few things about Buddhism on you tube and gradually listened more , and more , finally I spent about 15 hours a day to find out more , so we are literally locked down 3-5 months on first phase , second phase 1 month and now 3 one ,probably will be till March mean almost 3-5 months , so I’m full time Buddhist now , transformed my life , learning about Buddha made me strong and positive, and I’m very relax now . So, it completely change my attitude and hopes for tomorrow, I read and lot of sutta and do meditations and yoga too , it helped me so much . I’m really delighted 😁 . I try to learn deepest possible and if I had a chance to tell others about the Buddha and help them out .
Buddha never talking about God but he talk about you, how to help yourself and others, how to make the world more peaceful, right understand, right thinking, right thought, right doing, right concentration, right way to feed your life, right behave.
"WHAT THE BUDDHA TAUGHT " is another superb book of Buddhism written by Venerable Walpola Rahula !!!
what-buddha-said.net/library/pdfs/Dr_Walpola_Rahula_What_the_Buddha_Taught.pdf
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You are a very intelligent and courageous woman to have asked those questions
Im an ex Christian, grew up knowing nothing else but jesus christ and christianity. But after a bad experience with a christian cult. I really like the practices of buddhism and am interested in learning about more religions and views, not necessarily to convert but just because im.very attracted to their beliefs as I too believe alot of their views. Thx for this video.
Oh my, what kind of Christians were that who claimed Buddha and others were demons?
Of course it is utter Nonsense.
Please don't hate Jesus for the idiotic behavior of some People ..
I understand your opinion.
I took Refuge in the Buddha many years ago, but that was at a time i didn't know too much.
It was so to speak my "Entry" into the World of Indian Thought.
Today i don't see myself as a Buddhist only, because i can appreciate all good things in all Religions.
Labels don't really matter..
Buddhism as such is an integral Part of Indian Religions, it doesn't exist apart from it, so for me personally, Buddhism, Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, Yoga etc.
it all belongs together, they are all forms and parts of Indian Thought and Philosophy.
If you want to discover Buddhism in a straight-forward manner i can recommend to you everything by the late Ayya Khema.
For example this Book: www.amazon.com/Being-Nobody-Going-Nowhere-Meditations/dp/086171198X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1539030213&sr=8-1&keywords=Ayya+Khema
And on UA-cam many Talks..
Her native language was german, but she also gave several talks in English.
Her Style was straight to the Point, no Bullshit, she could explain in easy Words everybody can understand.
For example:
About her: ua-cam.com/video/iYW8YNYa75o/v-deo.html
Teachings (many more on UA-cam --) for example:
ua-cam.com/video/lR20NuxI2Ms/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/vFGlpPvKffU/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/riF10Q7GQ1M/v-deo.html
@@rudigerk 😂😂😂
I totally feel like you talking about my life growing up, I m so happy for you
Indeed I agree, and many don't seem to see the problem with crediting / blaming an external agency for personal problems /accomplishments. Often Christians will object that they own their faults / sins, but they thank God for whatever good they have in their lives when in reality they created both and own what is bad and disown what is good due to a distorted sense of self.
Buddhism also teaches that there is a solution to the problem of suffering (Four Noble Truths), not merely that life is suffering, though that is the reality we start with.
Christians' belief is blind. That is why they thank god for the good they enjoy and own all the sufferings. If the god created the world he should be responsible for the sufferings as well as what we enjoy. Not only chritianity all the religions which believe a creator has this defect. In budhhism we are responsible for what we suffer or enjoy
@@chandrakulupana6972 its you who is blind and wrong about your comment.
Great merit. Buddhists believe that human life is a cycle of suffering and rebirth, but that if one achieves a state of enlightenment (nirvana), it is possible to escape this cycle forever. Namo Amitabha.
LET'S CONVERT TO BUDDHISM.
I'm glad that you got the cyclic suffering system. It's not something that everyone could understand the concept. You really has 'Panya'
A suffering being freind blessing you! I wish your mind will reach to the peaceful nirvana.
I’m a Buddhist and welcome to the Buddhism. Your life will be fulfilled of joy and happiness.❤️❤️❤️👍
Buddha was not a god he was a human
That's why he's our teacher, not out lord.
Buddha was a prince of a small hindu kingdom.
Im a Buddhist and we used the term "Sri" which means lord as a courtesy title for Buddha because he was former Royalty. The Buddha didnt like it but people do it out of respect anyways.
The only difference between a Buddha and a common mortal is that one has attained enlightenment, which everyone has the inner potential to achieve.
k sid yay
I totally relate to your reaction to the First Noble Truth! At first I thought it was life-denying but now I find it reassuring and profoundly true
I am very proud of you and keep up the good work and leading keep your eyes open and keep your beautiful and mindfulness lady like you are and understandingly wish you the best out of the best.
I am a buddhist and I like your video, Good luck.
@Servant of Christ dude just shut the hell up no one cares let them believe what they want 🤦🏻♂️
Anyway, happy to learn that you are practicing Buddhism. May you gain release from all sufferings, the ultimate goal of Nibbana.
Loved this. I grew up a lot like you, and just like you, I could never get my questions answered. I unfortunately just decided to turn my back on beliefs and faith period, because I thought religion itself just wasn't for me. But Buddhism is something else entirely. I only wish I had found it sooner. I'm so much happier and freer than I have ever been, and I did it myself.
Hello, thank you for your positive comment and sorry for the delayed reply. I am so happy that you feel the same and hope you are enjoying your spiritual journey xx
Sarah Mae, I'm sorry to hear your life story. But you still don't know the true face of Buddhism. Buddhism is also another kind of beliefs system or faith. Were you a Christian or Muslim before you've become a Buddhist? And could you please describe your questions that didn't get answered? Please.
TheSirjohn2012 its not satanic. Everyone claims their religion is the best one. And your just another one claiming to be the truth just like everyone else. Buddhism is not a religion. You obviously know nothing about buddhism.
Sarah Mace
You might have asked the questions from the wrong people.Would you mind sharing your unanswered questions?
God is a loving God and He is still waiting for you to return back to Him.Bless you.
Sarah Mace
There's hypocritical people within every religion, and every walk of life.
If perfect good has a source that we, as Christians, call God, then unGodliness has a source too (the Devil).
God's ways are of perfect love, perfect honesty, perfect dignity, perfect humility, etc.
The devils ways are of "not" love, honesty, dignity, n humility, but of anger, fear, dishonesty, n pride.
God's ways are self-"less", and God is completely selfless. The devils ways are self-ish, and Satan is selfish.
God's path is the God-centered path, in which one puts God at the mast and center of their world and their life. Satan's path is "self-centered".
When people give up their own will (their own "selfish" desires), to carry put God's will, then they give credit to God, bcuz all goodness comes from God. Whereas, all evil has its source which is Satan. And, the individual person has free will to choose to make good honest choices, or bad, dishonest, selfish choices. All goodness has a source, of which comes from God, and all evil has its true central source which is the devil. So, when people do bad, they are not evil themselves, but they are in the grips of, and corrupted by evil desires. That's why it is said to hate the sin, but not the sinner. Bcuzthey are entrenched and corrupted by sinful nature n desire, but that is not who they are.
Unconditional love sees beyond ones bad behavior. Ask most any parent who has a child that they love.
This is why Jesus says to love thy enemy. Bcuz, they are lost, and they desperately "need" love.
If love is what is most important to you, then bcum a Christian.
If enlightenment is what is most important to you to you, then bcum a Buddhist, (or Hindu).
Great job young lady,for you have really turn into right direction finally and for all.Great appreciation and sincere love from Bhutan...
Buddhism is for higher IQ. Buddhism doesn't preach blind faith. Buddha said to test before you follow his doctrine ,like how we test gold before we purchase. Hocus focus has no place in Buddhism.
Buddhism is not a religion. It's a way of life that leads to peace of mind and happiness .
They say Buddhism is not a religion, it’s a way of life. It says be good do good. If you do good, good will happen to you. If you do bad, bad will happen to you, it is karma. So be good to everyone. That’s buddhism, simple.
"Bud" = Intelligence, "dha"=above.
The "Buddha" means The one who is above intelligence. The intelligence to see everything the way it is or the ultimate truth.
Gothama Siddhartha is the Buddha in our lifetime. It is said that there were many Buddhas before Gothama Siddhartha,
and there will Buddhas in the future as well.
Gothama Siddhartha tought us how to find the nature of Buddha within ourselves. Belonging to another religion doesn't stop you achieving this.
Budu saranai from Sri Lanka
Siddhartha Gautama did not practice going around cities, villages to debate other people's religions. But he was happy to answer people's questions. He would also ask questions like; "Why do you believe in what you say you believe in". Plus he wasn't a god nor a prophet (there's no prophet system in Buddhism), this is based from the earlier times of Buddhism.
Jesus didn't push conversion either. I think there is a diffrence between church and jesus.
❤❤❤❤ your life story is so inspiring. I’ve been thinking about Buddhism a lot lately
God loves you.
I recommend you read this passage: 2 Corinthians 5:17.
Nice to see another Aussie has moved from the illusion of Christianity to accepting the 4 noble truths and the 8 fold path. I wish you well on your path to enlightenment
Im so happy your contact with the Dharma has had such a positive effect. Do you have a teacher? If not please seek one out who has authorisation to teach from his/her teacher. I started practicing 13 years ago. Ive brought the subject up with maybe 4 or 5 people. Probably best to avoid offering any sort iof advuce for a while 😊. You are doing well. Focus on you. Its a great blessing to come in contact with tbe Dharma. I spent 20 years banging my head against a walk with the same uncaring idiocy youve experienced from the scared people and the old dusty book of myths. Keep sitting 👍
Im sorry for the negative situations that you had to face without much support. I hope you continue your search to find the truth; raw and untainted
Just wonderful. Thank you so very much for sharing. I am excited for mindfulness 🙌
The 4 noble truths are not about sufferings only. In fact, 4 noble truths are :
1) noble truth of sufferings.
2) noble truth of the causes of sufferings.
3) noble truth of cessation of sufferings.
4) noble truth of the path to the cessation of all sufferings.
This is the Teachings Buddha gave to the first 5 ascetics.
Keep up the good work "All humans have Buddha nature"
@@tommyreyes7033 no , none have that ,, that's a mahayana lie
Hi Jemima, your video got linked in a FB Buddhist group I was in and I ended up watching it. Great to hear you've been finding benefit from studying Buddhism and feeling happier in life!
Just a few things I wanted to highlight that can be common misconceptions within Buddhism: - 1st Noble Truth, "Life is suffering". It sounds like you got a very positive interpretation from this, however in the West Buddhism has sometimes been called a pessimistic religion because of this teaching. However the context of this teaching is important. Buddha never said all of life is suffering. He said certain things are suffering - ageing, sickness, death etc. However as you address the cause of suffering and eliminate that, what you discover is an underlying core happiness. The teachings go:1) Yes there is suffering in life.2) Here is the cause of suffering 3) Yes it is possible to eradicate suffering by eradicating the cause4) Here is a way to do it (eightfold path).
The idea is that as you begin to find the causes of suffering and eradicate them internally, what you are left with is happiness as your basic nature. Even though the teachings talk about suffering a lot, the underlying assumption is hugely optimistic - that you have a basic goodness, a core sanity within you naturally. So yes accept suffering as you say, but it's important also to investigate what are the actual causes of (mental) suffering.
The second point I wanted to say is that in Pali/Sanskrit and Tibetan (the main languages the Buddhist texts were originally written in), there's actually no word for 'religion'. The word religion comes from the Modern/Western world and was used to describe the Abrahamic religions (Christianity, Judaism and Islam). When Westerners learned about Buddhism, they threw it into the same category as 'religion' becaus that was the closest word they had to describe it. Buddhism is more like a combination of religion, philosophy and also a first-person science (of the mind).
These points don't come from me but from my Buddhist teacher Alan Wallace. I hope they are relevant! May you continue flourishing and discovering greater meaning in your life :-).
Liam
I am a buddhist Sri Lankan. The word 'suffering' is not hundred per cent correct to define the word 'dukkha'. 'Dukkha' is anything out of enjoyment. All the enjoyments in the world comes to an end. That is like if we throw something to the sky it will be sure to come back to the earth. That is why buddhism says 'the world is situated on dukkha.
Phillip Tran Christian like you are so aggressive.You are the one reason made me want to convert from Christianity.
TheSirjohn2012 AND BUDDHISM EXISITED BEFORE CHRISTAINTY FREAKING 500+ YEARS BEFORE THE BIRTH OF JESUS
Phillip Tran well see about dat what if u see ur hoe (jesus) in hell then u see buddha in heaven
CAN WE STOP THIS FIGHT EVERY PEOPLE WILL DIE LIKE IN BUDDHISM WE BEALIVE WE WILL BE REBORN IN AMITABHAS PURE LAND AND IN BUDDHISM THERE ARE OVER 1000 BUDDHAS AND BOHDDISTATTVHAS AND IN BUDDHISM WE DO NOT BEALIVE IN HELL AND CHRISTIAN THERE NO REBORN U GO HEAVEN OR HELL THATS IT AND ISLAM THEY BEALIVE HELL FO NOT EXIST
I dont judge anyone either but i was always looking for something in life and i didnt know what,tried drugs,alcahol,many women,money,cars,vacations,wife with kids and honestly my life was so empty,nov 17 2017 i couldnt take it anymore the emptyness was horrible and this was at a point in my life where i had everything the way i wanted,anyways i surrendered to god i told him'do what ever the hell you want with my life im done,when i said that a power entered my body and changed my whole way of being not because i chose to change but because he changed me with the holyspirit,all of a sudden i wasnt into the things i was into i felt light on my feet and felt worthy and joy and peace,i had never felt something like this till i surrendered to god at the age of 32,get to know JESUS hes awsome and has power to transform you,GOD BLESS EVERYONE
There's wisdom to be found in alot of religions. Some Christians want to blind you to that.
One of the most powerful experiences I had was watching a Taoist master on youtube about a year ago talk about his practice, and it made me wake up to that reality as somebody raised a Christian. If peace, happiness, gentleness, compassion, are wrong, I don't want to be right. In the western world, our ideologies often make us choose a life of stress, for no reason other than to fulfill ancient myths that other people manipulate against us to our detriment.
Really love this video! Well explained!! Proud buddhist here
Kate Zon, Someone saw Buddha in hell aka lake of fire. Repent and turn to Jesus Christ the only name under Heaven to be saved by.
Im glad u have found yr happiness. Sadhu..
Thank you for sharing! Completely agree with you that we all have to be more responsibility for our own actions as per the immutable law of causality. I wish you all the best in your journey in living life according to Buddhism teachings. The world would be a much better place when all religions focus on our common teachings (basic teachings of 5 precepts which are similar to some of the ten comandments). Happiness is truly from within. Lets hope that more and more people will truly understand that Buddhism is a teaching that is great for all. :)
Thank you for your honesty and transparency! I love the way that you described your life journey and what Buddhism means to you.
I don't want to sound overly judgemental or condescending, and I admit that I personally don't know the exact details of your spiritual journey and your personal Christian experience when you were younger other than the things that you candidly shared in this video, but I just wanted to quickly say this (And these are some things I learned from going from Zen Buddhism to born-again Christianity btw)
Christianity like Buddhism says suffering is a part of life that is inevitable. Like Buddhism, Christianity says suffering may come from our own bad decisions but also suffering may come even if we haven't made bad choices. An examples of this can be found in the book of Job and the life of Apostle Paul. Like Buddhism Christianity says suffering can come when we do good (Matthew 5:16) Jesus suffered at the cross too and did not avoid it. Also, it's interesting to note that Buddhism and Christianity has similar moral values at its core and both Buddha's story and Jesus' story can feel very inspiring to the hearer. But I couldn't help but notice in my own research/journey that Christianity and Buddhism are so different in their views of the afterlife and their end goal.
I also want to address a thing you said that Christianity does not help people to be personally responsible and accountable.
There are a few challenges to this fact. For example Jesus says, "Then Jesus called the crowd to himself along with his disciples. “Those who want to follow me must deny themselves, pick up their crosses, and follow me..”
Also, in 1st Timothy 5:8 it says, "If anyone does not provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever."
Matthew 7:1-6 and Ezekiel 18:10-20 shows that a Christian cannot blame another person when he/she have done something wrong because they will be personally accountable to God on judgement day and not anybody else.
I think in terms of the biblical worldview God is real, but people must obey him. A Christian has God on his side but whenever God wants them to do something amazing or good, it is not automatic; the Christian must obey. So in other words a Christian feels like both God/Jesus and his/her own self must both be thanked because Christianity is about a relationship with God. A relationship is always a 2 way street if it involves 2 people. But a Christian might only thank God/Jesus because they want to value the other person in the relationship and be selfless in their relationship with God(Matthew 5).
I think you might enjoy Doreen Virtue's UA-cam channel. ua-cam.com/users/DoreenVirtueForJesus
You might not agree but at least I hope it might clarify certain things.
Just wanted to clarify a few things coming from a Christian perspective, but I really loved your video and really loved how vulnerable you were in sharing your own life journey with us! Thank you so much!
I believe in both buddha and Jesus I get the best of both of them and follow no religion and it don't bother me what people think no anger here just pure love for the universe
Good for you, i converted from Christianity to atheist
Me too I was raised up as a catholic but now I'm an atheist
Wow that was so beautiful to hear thank you. You're so honest hearted and pure spirited.
We are all one. Externalizing blame/responsibility makes as little sense as internalizing success. At the same time, internalizing blame/responsibility makes as little sense as exrternalizing success. We should love ourselves because we are all of the Beloved but we dance with the rhythm of the Divine will, of all that is, which we are.
Theravada=peace
Mahayana=protection
Tibetan/tantrayana=obedient
Zen=calmness
umm zen is Mahayana ish with a bit of taoism and confucianism.
you forget ambedkarwadi budhism in india Babasaheb Ambedkar save budhism in india
I want to be a Buddhist too.. I wondwr how to convert Christian to Buddhist? .. thank for sharing ur spiritual journey, and book recommendations. :)
Read the books of buddhism and get start practicing (you can see in comments) there is no need to make ceremonies.
I recommend you to read books which has been written by HH.dalai Lama , the way of teaching is simple and upto point .
Just read books and explore more about buddhism. Practice what you think is good. Buddhism is not given by something like baptism. If you think buddhism is good you can follow it.
Buddism not a religion . Its philosophy.
And best way
i Just wanna leave this here bc ive seen all the comments are fighting for on their beliefs. Remember, no matter what religion u believe in, if ur attitude is trash ur not gonna get any better. No religion is better than the others. So, lets have tolerance for each other and spread love ♥️
I was raised a Christian until I was 16 when I became old enough to realize how screwed up they are! ....LOL Christianity makes no sense. And most of the Christians I know are lacking in basic fundamental human qualities. I need one of those Buddha statue.
Lord Byron You can buy online, but avoid those from Thailand.
your just one of those people who dont have logic thats why your leaving your religion.
Carve the statue of Buddha's teachings in your heart like me.
Sadhu!
Your just not smart enough to understand
I agree... Christianity is a fucked up cult...
Buddha is frist quantum physics because heart sutra mention that....
Wow, your video is very touching insight to me. 🌸🌸🌸 I learned something new from you.
I agree with you 100%, because I did the same experience likewise 😃
Hi! I love your video so much. Also love your make up.
And I'm also a buddhist.
The four noble truths by "Ajahn Sumeddho" might interest you. The Lineage of of monks by the monk "Ajahn Chah" will surely spike your interest. They're on youtube. All the best, Sadhu.
www.watpahnanachat.org/ founded by Ajahn Chah
A piece from an amazing new autobiography titled: Saved by the Light of the Buddha Within
Myoho-Renge-Kyo represents the identity of what some scientists are now referring to as the unified field of consciousnesses. In other words, it’s the essence of all existence and non-existence - the ultimate creative force behind planets, stars, nebulae, people, animals, trees, fish, birds, and all phenomena, manifest or latent. All matter and intelligence are simply waves or ripples manifesting to and from this core source. Consciousness (enlightenment) is itself the actual creator of everything that exists now, ever existed in the past, or will exist in the future - right down to the minutest particles of dust - each being an individual ripple or wave. The big difference between chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo and most other conventional prayers is that instead of depending on a ‘middleman’ to connect us to our state of inner enlightenment, we’re able to do it ourselves. That’s because chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo allows us to tap directly into our enlightened state by way of this self-produced sound vibration.
‘Who or What Is God?’ If we compare the concept of God being a separate entity that is forever watching down on us, to the teachings of Nichiren, it makes more sense to me that the true omnipotence, omniscience and omnipresence of what most people perceive to be God, is the fantastic state of enlightenment that exists within each of us. Some say that God is an entity that’s beyond physical matter - I think that the vast amount of information continuously being conveyed via electromagnetic waves in today’s world gives us proof of how an invisible state of God could indeed exist. For example, it’s now widely known that specific data relayed by way of electromagnetic waves has the potential to help bring about extraordinary and powerful effects - including an instant global awareness of something or a mass emotional reaction. It’s also common knowledge that these invisible waves can easily be used to detonate a bomb or to enable NASA to control the movements of a robot as far away as the Moon or Mars - none of which is possible without a receiver to decode the information that’s being transmitted. Without the receiver, the data would remain impotent. In a very similar way, we need to have our own ‘receiver’ switched on so that we can activate a clear and precise understanding of our own life, all other life and what everything else in existence is. Chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo each day helps us to achieve this because it allows us to reach into the core of our enlightenment and keep it switched on. That’s because Myoho-Renge-Kyo represents the identity of what scientists now refer to as the unified field of consciousnesses.
To break it down - Myoho represents the Law of manifestation and latency (Nature) and consists of two alternating states. For example, the state of Myo is where everything in life that’s not obvious to us exists - including our stored memories when we’re not thinking about them - our hidden potential and inner emotions whenever they’re dormant - our desires, our fears, our wisdom, happiness, karma - and more importantly, our enlightenment. The other state, ho, is where everything in Life exists whenever it becomes evident to us, such as when a thought pops up from within our memory - whenever we experience or express our emotions - or whenever a good or bad cause manifests as an effect from our karma. When anything becomes apparent, it merely means that it’s come out of the state of Myo (dormancy/latency) and into a state of ho (manifestation). It’s the difference between consciousness and unconsciousness, being awake or asleep, or knowing and not knowing.
The second law - Renge - Ren meaning cause and ge meaning effect, governs and controls the functions of Myoho - these two laws of Myoho and Renge, not only function together simultaneously but also underlie all spiritual and physical existence.
The final and third part of the tri-combination - Kyo, is the Law which allows Myoho to integrate with Renge - or vice verse. It’s the great, invisible thread of energy that fuses and connects all Life and matter - as well as the past, present and future. It’s also sometimes termed the Universal Law of Communication - perhaps it could even be compared with the string theory that many scientists now suspect exists.
Just as the cells in our body, our thoughts, feelings and everything else is continually fluctuating within us - all that exists in the world around us and beyond is also in a constant state of flux - constantly controlled by these three fundamental laws. In fact, more things are going back and forth between the two states of Myo and ho in a single moment of time than it would ever be possible to calculate or describe. And it doesn’t matter how big or small, famous or trivial anything or anyone may appear to be, everything that’s ever existed in the past, exists now or will exist in the future, exists only because of the workings of the Laws ‘Myoho-Renge-Kyo’ - the basis of the four fundamental forces, and if they didn’t function, neither we nor anything else could go on existing. That’s because all forms of existence, including the seasons, day, night, birth, death and so on, are moving forward in an ongoing flow of continuation - rhythmically reverting back and forth between the two fundamental states of Myo and ho in absolute accordance with Renge - and by way of Kyo. Even stars are dying and being reborn under the workings of what the combination ‘Myoho-Renge-Kyo’ represents.
Nam, or Namu - which mean the same thing, are vibrational passwords or keys that allow us to reach deep into our life and fuse with or become one with ‘Myoho-Renge-Kyo’. On a more personal level, nothing ever happens by chance or coincidence, it’s the causes that we’ve made in our past, or are presently making, that determine how these laws function uniquely in each of our lives - as well as the environment from moment to moment. By facing east, in harmony with the direction that the Earth is spinning, and chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo for a minimum of, let’s say, ten minutes daily to start with, any of us can experience actual proof of its positive effects in our lives - even if it only makes us feel good on the inside, there will be a definite positive effect. That’s because we’re able to pierce through the thickest layers of our karma and activate our inherent Buddha Nature (our enlightened state). By so doing, we’re then able to bring forth the wisdom and good fortune that we need to challenge, overcome and change our adverse circumstances - turn them into positive ones - or manifest and gain even greater fulfilment in our daily lives from our accumulated good karma. This also allows us to bring forth the wisdom that can free us from the ignorance and stupidity that’s preventing us from accepting and being proud of the person that we indeed are - regardless of our race, colour, gender or sexuality. We’re also able to see and understand our circumstances and the environment far more clearly, as well as attract and connect with any needed external beneficial forces and situations. As I’ve already mentioned, everything is subject to the law of Cause and Effect - the ‘actual-proof-strength’ resulting from chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo always depends on our determination, sincerity and dedication. For example, the levels of difference could be compared to between making a sound on a piano, creating a melody, or producing a great song, and so on. Something else that’s very important to always to respect and acknowledge is that the Law (or if you prefer God) is in everyone and everything.
NB: There are frightening and disturbing sounds, and there are tranquil and relaxing sounds. It’s the emotional result from any noise or sound that can trigger off a mood or even instantly change one. When chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo each day, we are producing a sound vibration that’s the password to our true inner-self - this soon becomes apparent when you start reassessing your views on various things - such as your fears and desires etc. The best way to get the desired result when chanting is not to view things in a conventional way - rather than reaching out to an external source, we need to reach into our own lives and bring our needs and desires to fruition from within - including the good fortune and strength to achieve any help that we may need.
Chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo also reaches out externally and draws us towards, or draws towards us, what we need to make us happy from our environment. For example, it helps us to be in the right place at the right time - to make better choices and decisions and so forth. We need to think of it as a seed within us that we’re watering and bringing sunshine to for it to grow, blossom and bring forth fruit or flowers. It’s also important to understand that everything we need in life - including the answer to every question and the potential to achieve every dream - already exists within us. ua-cam.com/video/NR5DdqjMxgA/v-deo.html
Let go, and let God - Olivia Newton-John Nam Myoho Renge Kyo
Let go, and let God - Olivia Newton-John Nam Myoho Renge Kyo
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i also recommend 為什麼學佛. book in traditional chinese i picked up a few years ago. sorry it's only for if u speak any form of chinese that uses traditional chinese (cantonese, hakka, hokkien, shanghainese, mandarin, etc.) but it's a VERY good read and it goes super deep. i would recommend reading in separate parts because it goes deep and may take a toll on you if u read it all at once. amitabha