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Without Buddha I Could Not Be a Christian
- Narrated by: Paul Brion
- Length: 11 hrs and 36 mins
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Publisher's Summary
Being a Christian isn't easy. Sustaining belief without any doubts for one's entire life is a very rare accomplishment. Indeed, many would say that examining one's faith at least once is a central part of the Christian condition. In this landmark work, esteemed theologian Paul F. Knitter explains the unique path that he took to overcome his doubts, becoming a stronger Christian in the process.
Honest and unflinching, Without Buddha I Could Not Be a Christian narrates each spiritual dilemma that Knitter has struggled with and explains how a Buddhist worldview has allowed him to resolve each one. From the "petitioning" nature of Christian prayer to how Christianity views life after death, Knitter argues that a Buddhist standpoint can help inspire a more person-centered conception of Christianity, where individual religious experience comes first, and liturgy and tradition second. Moving and revolutionary, this edition comes with a new postscript in which Professor Knitter reflects on and re-evaluates his position as a double-belonger.
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- James
- 2022-03-13
Being Peace Matters
Paul Knitter has significantly convinced me of the necessity for an openness towards a hybrid faith. Born and raised a Mennonite and a pacifist, I have tended to cherish a peacemaker position. "Without Buddha I could not be a Christian" has further nurtured my stance; however, I now see Buddha as my mentor for being peace and Jesus as a way for making peace.
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