I agree with Abracadabra. Christianity was used politcally first and foremost. Buddhism doesn't have such a violent and aggressive history. Isn't that enough to make a conscientious decision? All the Abrahamic religions born out of the harsh desert environment of the Middle East are the same. They are patriarchal and separatist. Buddha was a human being. He was a pioneer in introspective analysis. He found the mustard seed...which is within the self....the pineal gland...activated through mushrooms and other natural substances ..that AWAKEN us from this mundane plane of existance. Read some Alan Watts, a 1960's Zen buddhist who lived in San Francisco. HE will blow your mind. He is on Youtube also. Great stuff!
You, yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.
There are only two mistakes one can make along the road to truth; not going all the way, and not starting.
Buddha
There are only two mistakes one can make along the road to truth; not going all the way, and not starting.
Buddha
