Quote: "Quote: "I'm a Buddhist; if you're interested in finding out more about Buddhism, I can answer any questions or offer up recommended readings and websites. Though as religious discussion is forbidden, I'll leave my email address and the offer up on the table:
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Phail. Religion discussion is not allowed here."
No really a fail. I'm not exactly
discussing religion, I'm merely offering up my email address and saying that I'm a Buddhist. The reason religious discussion is banned is because they can end pretty badly as people can end up being offended or others acting immature.
Quote: "Question:
I thought Buddhism wasn't really considered a "religion"? I had heard that it was more of a general way of life, and that you were free to follow other religions?
not trying to start a religion topic here, just a quick question."
It depends on the definition of 'religion' you listen to, some definitions include Buddhism, some don't. Because 'legally' it's a religion and for the sake of argument, I refer to it as a religion. It is compatible with other religions, though it can depend on how you follow the other religion, some denominations can actually clash.
Quote: "Although, I don't really see the harm in discussing Buddhism specifically, given its [inoffensive?] nature. I'll finish reading the wikipedia article after work today so I can have some legitimate excuse for discussion"
I doubt the mods would think it's fair giving Buddhism special treatment. If people
really want to ask questions/discuss Buddhism, drop me an email and I'll redirect the discussion to a more appropriate place.
