Jesus & Buddha
Brett Schopen
Western Traditions 201
10/29/94
Disciple?: I have heard that you are two of the wisest men in the land and so I
have come to you in hopes of advise. I am scared for my future and for the
future of my newborn daughter. Can you tell me what is in store for us or
give me an assurance me that we will be all right? Jesus: Do not worry
about your life. Do not worry about food, drink, the body. Life is more than
these things. Believe in your heavenly Father. He knows what you need and will
provide you with it if you practice and have faith in his teachings. Strive for
the kingdom of God and his righteousness and all these things will be given to
you as well. Buddha: No. Comfort in the present and future must come from
inside the self , not from a God. In meditation you will find the truth of
life that will set you free from worry.
Don't chase after the past,
Don't seek the future;
The past is gone
The future hasn't come
But see......
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