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Originally Posted by tore
Obviously, you are not buddhist because you believe in your own path to enlightnment without guidance which is contrary to some of the most central stuff in buddhism, the three jewels (Buddha, Dharma, Sangha), which even I know about. |
Not quite. Zen Buddhism is a lot like his version. Zen Buddhism holds a strong belief in obtaining enlightenment through meditation. Although, they
do adhere to the basic principles of Buddhism.
As for Tore's comment on sexism in Buddhism, I'll go with what the other guy said. He sad that those are just other sects of Buddhism. I personally follow the Theravada tradition which, to my knowledge, has never spread any ideals neglecting women or promoting cast systems (which aren't as bad as many westerners promote).