To study Buddhism and then use it as a weapon in order to criticize others' theories or ideologies is wrong. The very purpose of religion is to control yourself, not to criticize others. Rather, we must criticize ourselves. How much am I doing about my anger? About my attachment, about my hatred, about my pride, my jealousy? These are the things which we must check in daily life with the knowledge of the Buddhist teachings.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Religion should be used for self-control and self-critique, not as a weapon to criticize others.
- In plain terms
- Use faith to fix yourself, not to attack others' views.
- What can you take from it?
- Religion is for self-improvement, not criticism.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you use your beliefs?
- What do you critique in yourself?
Another view
Accountability often requires pointing out others' faults.
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