(February 28, 2012 at 1:49 am)Rhythm Wrote: They don't seem to have felt that they were wayward Bgood, flirting with a buddhist version of the true scot now?
Well, we don't know the full implications and circumstances of all these battles. I'm sure there is alot of relativism and purpose in each side's view. The intricate details and feelings of an ancient samarai warrior are probably beyond our reach. Who knows who feels wayward or not in one's heart of hearts. This is too varied and subjective to generalize for sure. But according to the fundamental teachings that I am aware of, it denounces all violence. Maybe both warring sides felt justified in defending their families and homelands. Perhaps many buddhists did not have any other options. I do not know. I can't say for sure but the Dharma is pretty cut and dry, leaving very little room for misinterpretation by the genuine student. But I think buddhism has been a greater source of wisdom, comfort and guidance through the ages rather than a social vechicle for persecution and warfare, as Christianity was.
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
