- Buddha on Organized Religion
Why did the Buddha's teachings become an organized religion? Was it a good thing that they did? I'll consider what an organized religion is, some of its drawbacks and benefits, and then turn to an account from the early suttas of what the…
- Is the Buddha a Christian Saint?
Did you know the Buddha is a Christian saint? We'll look at the convoluted history of the story of Barlaam and Josaphat, its origins in early Buddhism, and some lessons it holds for today. Images of Barlaam, Josaphat, and Avenir courtesy…
- Why Buddhism Isn't a Religion
We'll look at three ways that Buddhism isn't a religion, focusing on early Buddhism in particular. Of course, Buddhism has religious aspects. However it also can be seen as something entirely non-religious, more in the vein of a school of…