Finding a religious path, Don't know where to start (Buddhism, hell, Buddha)
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Hello there! So, lately I've been doing some thinking, and I would like to find a religious path for myself. But...I'm not really sure where I should start. I really love a lot of things about Buddhism, but I don't really know where to start with that.
So a little background information...I was raised Catholic, and went to a baptist school. I was very Christian for awhile, but as a grew older I strayed away. I don't really want to go back to Christianity for a lot of reasons, it just isn't for me.
I really want to find a peaceful, happy religion. I am spiritual, I believe there is an afterlife of some kind and I do believe there is a higher being up there, but not a God necessarily in the Christian sense. I just believe there are things outside of my control. I really love nature and things of that sort. I want to get into meditation, and just really want to grow as a person. I just have no idea where to start. I've taken a religions course, and that's what has peaked my interest in Buddhism. But there are so many other religions out there that I would love to learn about, like native american religions.
Basically, I would like some suggestions of religions out there I can learn about, and maybe one day follow. I'm super open minded, and would really just love to learn what is out there and what has worked for you all.
No religion is working nicely for me (a former Christian).
It might help to know why you want to be part of a religion. Are you wanting to follow a religion for the sake of fellowship and a sense of belonging? Or is there more to it?
Hello there! So, lately I've been doing some thinking, and I would like to find a religious path for myself. But...I'm not really sure where I should start. I really love a lot of things about Buddhism, but I don't really know where to start with that.
So a little background information...I was raised Catholic, and went to a baptist school. I was very Christian for awhile, but as a grew older I strayed away. I don't really want to go back to Christianity for a lot of reasons, it just isn't for me.
I really want to find a peaceful, happy religion. I am spiritual, I believe there is an afterlife of some kind and I do believe there is a higher being up there, but not a God necessarily in the Christian sense. I just believe there are things outside of my control. I really love nature and things of that sort. I want to get into meditation, and just really want to grow as a person. I just have no idea where to start. I've taken a religions course, and that's what has peaked my interest in Buddhism. But there are so many other religions out there that I would love to learn about, like native american religions.
Basically, I would like some suggestions of religions out there I can learn about, and maybe one day follow. I'm super open minded, and would really just love to learn what is out there and what has worked for you all.
Thanks!
it starts with what you understand. There are logical and emotional solutions we all seek. Be honest and true to yourself first.
I don't follow any religion either but aspects of Animism resonate within me as true. It is nature-based and aligns with much of what many indigenous peoples believe. It may be worth your while to explore it.
No religion is working nicely for me (a former Christian).
It might help to know why you want to be part of a religion. Are you wanting to follow a religion for the sake of fellowship and a sense of belonging? Or is there more to it?
More for knowledge, and a path I can follow. I want to learn more about very spiritual/naturey religions, and then I might decide one is for me.
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Originally Posted by Arach Angle
it starts with what you understand. There are logical and emotional solutions we all seek. Be honest and true to yourself first.
Hmmm what do you mean?
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Originally Posted by TroutDude
I don't follow any religion either but aspects of Animism resonate within me as true. It is nature-based and aligns with much of what many indigenous peoples believe. It may be worth your while to explore it.
Whay does it have to be a religion?
There is a force larger than you . It's called nature.
Learn about yourself and how best to fit into the natural.....which includes humans...world.
Hello there! So, lately I've been doing some thinking, and I would like to find a religious path for myself. But...I'm not really sure where I should start. I really love a lot of things about Buddhism, but I don't really know where to start with that.
So a little background information...I was raised Catholic, and went to a baptist school. I was very Christian for awhile, but as a grew older I strayed away. I don't really want to go back to Christianity for a lot of reasons, it just isn't for me.
I really want to find a peaceful, happy religion. I am spiritual, I believe there is an afterlife of some kind and I do believe there is a higher being up there, but not a God necessarily in the Christian sense. I just believe there are things outside of my control. I really love nature and things of that sort. I want to get into meditation, and just really want to grow as a person. I just have no idea where to start. I've taken a religions course, and that's what has peaked my interest in Buddhism. But there are so many other religions out there that I would love to learn about, like native american religions.
Basically, I would like some suggestions of religions out there I can learn about, and maybe one day follow. I'm super open minded, and would really just love to learn what is out there and what has worked for you all.
Thanks!
I know you have said that you aren't really interested in Christianity, so I'm not going to badger you about it. With that said...if you have any questions, please feel free to PM me. I'm a Christian pastor, and would love to answer any questions you might have.
More for knowledge, and a path I can follow. I want to learn more about very spiritual/naturey religions, and then I might decide one is for me.
Gotcha. Just wondering if you've tried googling for groups in your area? Maybe something like "spiritual groups [your city]"? Or, since nature is your thing, I'm wondering if you could find a group in your area that is focused on nature appreciation or study to get involved in. You might meet like-minded people that way, and perhaps as you get to know them and learn about their religious paths, it would open some possibilities for you? Just a thought. All the best to you.
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