Monday, October 19, 2009

Buddhism and the matrix

As odd as it may sound buddhism is related to the futuristic movie "the matrix", because of the believe that someday we will be enlightened by knowledge. WHat we know as reality might not be what really exists. in fact some of the dialog used in the movie was directly taken from the scriptures of buddhism. In the movie neo is the main character, rearranged his name spells one, which can mean that he is the one that will be enlightened and he will save mankind.

Similar lines:
NEO: What is the Matrix?
TRINITY: the answer is out there. It is looking for you. And it will find you if you want it to. 

Buddhism Scripture: 
The truth is always there-and all it takes is for us to embrace and see it.    

Mr.Mac: Buddhism & "Matrix

Research on line and explain why the movie "The Matrix" is considered a movie about Budhism?  Give examples.

Monday, October 12, 2009

Hinduism

Hinduism differs from Christianity and other Western religions in that it does not have a single founder, a specific theological system, a single system of morality, or a central religious organization. It consists of "thousands of different religious groups that have evolved in India since 1500 BCE.

Hinduism has grown to become the world's third largest religion, after Christianity and Islam. It claims about 837 million followers - 13% of the world's population. It is the dominant religion in India, Nepal, and among the Tamils in Sri Lanka.

They recognize a single deity, and view other Gods and Goddesses as manifestations or aspects of that supreme God. Henotheistic and polytheistic religions have traditionally been among the world's most religiously tolerant faiths. believe in reincarnation, value the practice of meditation, and observe festive holidays like Diwali and Holi.