In my opinion the Dalai Lama is needs to decide what he is. Is he the religious leader of the Tibetan Buddhist Church, or is he the political leader of the Tibetan people? I think until he decides and focuses himself in one area or the other, he will not do well at either. Remember the zen saying: 'When you sit, sit. When you walk, walk. Above all, do not wobble.'
It is the same with the Buddhist monks in Myanmar (Burma). What are they doing out in the streets wielding sticks, throwing bricks and inciting fellow-citizens to riot against the government? And if they are doing that, how can they claim the protection and regard they are usually given in that culture as monks? In both cases, why are Buddhist monks so concerned with political issues? What has that to do with the spiritual leadership and example they are supposed to give? There! That ought to be good fodder for some posts. .Bill! From: Cynth [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, February 08, 2008 6:05 AM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [Zen] Ash Wednesday I think it has more to do with the current Pope being far too religiously conservative and not wishing to meet with leaders of other faith. However, if he has met with leaders from other religions (particularly other Buddhist disciplines), then I will have to agree with your perceptions. Cynth Jody W. Ianuzzi wrote: > > > When the Dalai Lama visits Rome, the Pope always sees him. this past year > the Pope would not visit with the Dalai Lama. Interesting coincidence that > china has allowed a Catholic bishop to stay in China. I guess the Chinese > have the Pope wrapped around their finger. > > JODY > > "WE MUST BE THE CHANGE WE WISH > TO SEE IN THE WORLD" ~ Gandhi > > __________ NOD32 2855 (20080207) Information __________ This message was checked by NOD32 antivirus system. http://www.eset.com
