immerse yourself in the vibrant spiritual traditions of Hinduism and Buddhism, exploring their scriptures, beliefs, and practices.
During our sessions on Hinduism we'll explore questions like:
Why does Hinduism have so many deities? How do these deities relate
to a single reality? What is the Hindu concept of salvation or
enlightenment, and how does one attain it? What do Hindu Scriptures
teach about the human condition, Ultimate Reality, and the
spiritual life?
During our sessions on Buddhism we'll explore questions like: Who
was the Buddha and what did he teach about the human condition?
What is the Buddhist concept of salvation or enlightenment and how
does one attain it? How did Buddhism change and develop as it
spread through the cultures of China, Tibet, and Japan?
We'll also spend some time on how these traditions have influenced
the American religious landscape, especially in areas such as
holistic health, the "New Age Movement," and the growing popularity
of yoga and meditation. We'll also ask if these traditions in
America have influenced Christian thinking and vice versa, and
perhaps ponder Arnold Toynbee's statement that "the most
significant event of our period in history is the meeting between
Buddhism and Christianity." Please sign up at the Opportunity
Table.