The Case Against Buddhism
Warning, will contain foul language and not for the thin skinned.
I had a good chuckle at it. Obviously, he had certain points mixed up, but I thought it was a good effort at explaining some of our own shortcomings.
Note to all Buddhists :
Don’t get offended or injured when someone criticises your beliefs or attacks any of your positions regardless of severity. Forgive them and move on. If possible, try to educate them in a calm and well collected manner. Do not respond the same way his critics did. It reflects very poorly on our character.
We should find better ways to explain our beliefs or stay silent if unable. Above all else, remember we’re imperfect as well. Before correcting others, correct yourself. You might even learn a thing or two from your critics so don’t dismiss it all out of hand.
Try not to take yourself too seriously, or you’ll pull a muscle ;)
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Bookmarks about Buddhism - July 14, 2008 at 12:00 pm
This guy sucks so much at public speaking that I can’t sit and listen to him ramble for 15 minutes, regardless of whether he’s irrationally slamming Buddha or advertising a new flavor of ice cream.
Though curiously enough, I tend to be most critical and skeptical of my own faith, rather than the faiths of others. I wonder if that says anything about me.
magsol - July 16, 2008 at 4:50 pm
It means you’re of sound mind.
You always have to be critical of what you believe. It’s a bit like you are what you eat. So you better watch what you put in your mouth.
I’ve always subjected my own faith to the most stringent critiques. If what I believe will affect my life, I want to be 100% certain I’m on the right track.
As for the faiths of others… As long as their faith doesn’t affect my life in an adverse way, I’m not going to make a big fuss. I think you feel the same way.
TheAmazingAtheist has his moments. Most of it is rambling, but sometimes it’s entertaining.
I’m subscribed to him on YouTube LOL!
eksith - July 17, 2008 at 5:46 am