Dalai Lama - Conflicting Philosophies of World Religions

Wise words from the Dalai Lama. He explains two aspects of religion: practice and philosophy. He shows that all religions have the same goal and similar practice, but very different philosophies. He says that these conflicting philosophies are a GOOD thing and are necessary to meet the demands of each persons own mental disposition and philosophy that suits each person.

Video credit goes to EmoryUniversity.

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[MsColdCanada]

This clip doesn't get much viewing it. I suppose it makes too much sense. Hard to mock someone who doesn't say "my faith can beat up your faith". I respect others will base their faith on other philosophies. I also agree that just because there are contradictions present in each philosophy doesn't mean you toss out everyone's faith and practices. It's not like other things in this age... their is no 'faith, ur doin it rong'... the only way to do faith wrong is to reject everything.

[magiccarpetride231]

Greatest speech ever. thumbs up

[4Q529]

Clearly, Doctrine is not his "major suit".

And, while compassion is necessary, it is not sufficient.

Doctrinal Truth is necessary:

No argument with Jesus Christ at all.

Who taught the Doctrine of "resurrection" as a Doctrine of 'Rebirth'.

And it is the denial of this *specific* Doctrinal Truth which is the origin of violence between Jews, Christians and Muslims.

It is *unwise* to ignore Doctrinal Truth in pursuit of compassion 'alone*.

Google "unsealing of the seven seals".

[pplus0440]

smart dude that boddhisatva of compassion

[PaddyMacNasty]

Atheists should take note here. It troubles me when I see intelligent people who have decided they are atheist, take up an aggressive opposition to religion in an almost religious manner. They see the horrible things done in the name of religion by fanatics and this is their view of religion and they do not know what spirituality is. I would love to see more acceptance in this world but it can't happen when we keep creating new ways to distrust each other.

[riderpoet]

"Ultimate Dog Tease" has 82 million views. This has just over 9 thousand. If only we could reverse those numbers.

[chondestes]

He's using skillful means to explain skillful means

[Varkentje27]

What is His translator's name? He looks and speaks so friendly!

[mongoliafab]

@dual10 It's like the theory of Nietzsche - "Dionysian vs. Apollonian". A very interesting idea. And just to add, Nietzsche was actually a believing man himself, in spite of his naturistic theories. Correct me if you think I'm wrong, but I think he believed humans created a vision of a "afterlife nirvana" not only because of the blind suffering being all too much to handle, but also because he thought this vision became a rule because it is achieveable in a way. It's worth a look into for sure

[danceswithcrayons]

Where I grew up there were all religions in our neighborhood. About 10 of us moms were so happy when summer came! We lived in row housing and would gather together with our babies (and lawn chairs), sit in a circle outdoors every morning for an hour or two to sip coffee, let the children play together and share toys, stories, ideas.

[danceswithcrayons]

Thankyou. I try to look for examples in my own life. Different approach as you speak of. Even as a mother, when a baby cries, is not always because of hunger - maybe baby is too cold, or wanting to be rocked. I love the baby and need different approaches. Philosophy: I wonder, maybe differ so that we can share/offer with each other? Stories from all help me to grow. For example, a friend's story helped me overcome fear of thunderstorms (hadn't heard the story before).

[lilataubenei]

What does he mean? I can´t get it, Is my english to bad?