[Buddha-l] Buddhism as a 'Selfish' Religion

[Jackhat1 at aol.com]

In a message dated 2/3/2009 2:20:07 P.M. Central Standard Time,  
jehms at xs4all.nl writes:
 
> Does anyone have any suggestions to advance the discussion either  to
> disprove or agree with the statement that the goal of nirvana in  Buddhism 
is
> inherently selfish?
==
Theravada has the Brahma Viharas. Mahayana has its Three Vows. The path  has 
to include the mental qualities of compassion and loving  kindness.


Jack  




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