Buddhism

oxymoron

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1. I can't imagine using Buddhist and War in the same sentence.

Reply to Ruby the Liberal (Original post)

Mon Jan 9, 2012, 10:53 PM

Jan 2012

I have seen a great deal of respect between the traditions. Yes, there are people, as there are everywhere, that feel theirs is the only correct path. I personally haven't seen a lot of it lately. This group is completely non-sectarian, so there won't be any so-called Buddhist Wars here. I find that term ironic, because Buddhism is the only major religion that hasn't started any real wars.

Buddhism has a rich history of integrating into the various cultures where it is found, so there are many different flavors.

I guess Buddhanet would be a good place to start, if you are looking for a primer. http://buddhanet.net/

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So, is there a primer? [View all] Ruby the Liberal Jan 2012 OP

I can't imagine using Buddhist and War in the same sentence. oxymoron Jan 2012 #1

Thanks! Ruby the Liberal Jan 2012 #2

"at the end of the day, we are all on the same side" ellisonz Jan 2012 #3

I would start with wikipedia MH1 Jan 2012 #4

Thank you! Ruby the Liberal Jan 2012 #5

Well, this is not a primer ... Newest Reality Jan 2012 #6

lol in the future I intend to start a thread on Theravada Bhuddism so that people can talk grantcart Jan 2012 #7

Useful and instructive Ruby the Liberal Jan 2012 #8

Not an expert by any means lindysalsagal Jan 2012 #9

This message was self-deleted by its author Ruby the Liberal Jan 2012 #10