Adachi 772 April 10, 2014 Share April 10, 2014 I was thinking of taking up Buddhism, because I agree with everything I've been reading about it so far. But I was wondering, I do still have some cravings (like a craving for soda). Would I be doomed to be reborn again, if I don't completely drop my soda cravings? Or is there more like a points systems where I rack up bad karma for giving into cravings? Also, my current system of living is to live simply, don't ask for things, and accept what is given. Would Buddhism be much harder than this? I also have an average amount of material wealth (in goods anyways, although I do live on a fixed income), although my monitor is 36 inches. Would holding onto this prevent me from finding true enlightenment? Or am I ok, as long as I make sure that in the future, I spend my money on more worthwhile things that can help others? 1 “I am quite sure now that often, very often, in matters concerning religion and politics a man’s reasoning powers are not above the monkey’s.” — Mark Twain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharmingStallion 63 April 10, 2014 Share April 10, 2014 Hi there! I'm not a Buddhist in the religious sense but I do appreciate the philosophy surrounding Zen Buddhism. I'm actually religious wise a Christian . Odd combo I know but I love Philosophy in general and Zen has always captivated me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malinter 3,064 April 10, 2014 Share April 10, 2014 Buddism, while being one of the few religions i'd be half tempted to have a go at, asks us to give an awful lot that i'm not quite will to give up. And tbh, i'd rather keep being reborn over and over. In the end i'm gonna be the only guy on the wheel, keeping you all here hahaha. My OC's: Malinter, Rahl, Vengeful impact & alias-the-marked-one First fic i've written since forever here Skype: Malinter@Outlook.com "Defeating a sandwich only makes it tastier." most legendary quote ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adachi 772 April 11, 2014 Author Share April 11, 2014 Buddism, while being one of the few religions i'd be half tempted to have a go at, asks us to give an awful lot that i'm not quite will to give up. And tbh, i'd rather keep being reborn over and over. In the end i'm gonna be the only guy on the wheel, keeping you all here hahaha. Yeah, I just can't see myself going through getting braces, going through school, getting wisdom teeth pulled, etc over and over again. I would rather be in paradise, so I can live out my fantasies. Although someone told me that buddhists cannot give or receive presents and don't celebrate birthdays or Christmas. But I did read that Buddhism is flexible, and that if I have a problem with one rule, I could drop it, and that there is no one way to follow Buddhism. So I'm guessing that as long as I'm still compassionate and loving, I can still give and receive gifts. “I am quite sure now that often, very often, in matters concerning religion and politics a man’s reasoning powers are not above the monkey’s.” — Mark Twain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhythmic Tempo 49 April 11, 2014 Share April 11, 2014 I dont believe in reincarnation or anything like that, but I try to be decent to nearly everyone. A good majority of the time giving stuff that is meaningful to me away to others who need/want it. I only have a few exceptions that were major gifts and lifesavers to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Silver Essence~ 2,625 April 11, 2014 Share April 11, 2014 I do think there is one in here, but I'm not a buddhist, though their beliefs are pretty unique compared to other religions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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