Another element that makes Buddhism a philosophy is that it does not obligate one to have faith or be superstitious. ... The Buddha taught that it is only through Complete Understanding and Wisdom that one can understand the meaning of life. ... The philosophy is beneficial since its founder was an intelligent man with many creative concepts that explain the meaning of life. ...
The mother-in-law denied the request because she did not see any stars in the sky, a probable indication that the Sabbath was not yet over, meaning that a fire could not be started. ... Rachel's mother-in-law was the female version of her grandfather in Russia; she was a strong follower of the Jewish faith, and highly superstitious as well. ...
He finds no meaning in religion and its practices, and finally, after practicing all possible religions, he finally understands God as a person who cannot be reached, as the practices are false and untrue, and the people who are supposedly the "men of God" are themselves blind and unsure. ... This leads to various superstitious beliefs and practices in the society. ... The inner or true meaning of religion is forgotten by the people, and only the external practices are being followed blindly. ... It is notable here that this aspect of religious practice is also condemned in OMG where...
Born and raised as a Roman Catholic, my parents tried their best to mold me not just into a kind and obedient kid but to be a girl with a strong faith in God. I remember that our apartment didn't have just one but a couple of altars. At a very young age, I was taught how to make the sign of the cros...
