Religion and dangerous goods are similar. Where are you going, religion?

　I'm always indebted to you. The other day, here, “At the temple, to me
I had a discussion about “The Scary Wife Who Just Says This and That.” The continuation of it
It's going to be like this, but recently, I've been thinking about it.
“Religion and dangerous goods are similar”
Observing proper management and dosage can help people, but blind faith...
In other words, if you make a mistake in how to manage or use it, it's a no-brainer.

That wife is knowledgeable and seems to have a personality that wants to teach from the beginning.
It seems peaceful when talking about other things, but when it comes to Buddhist rituals, it changes abruptly,
“What I know is right. Listen to what I know”
It's an attitude and expression that feels like that. When I asked the monk later,
“There are no rules or conventions like that. Up to that point,
You don't have to worry about it”
I'm laughing. Maybe it's a cult...
I've even been invited to my house.

A film director who worked on religious films and is familiar with cult issues
“Religion is necessary, but it is dangerous.”
That's what you said. I thought that was true.
In terms of the two poles of “good” and “bad,” religion explains “good” things
It's probably something that exists. However, like the wife mentioned above, she said, “We are the best
They blindly believe “right, best,” and are obsessed with ceremonial acts, etc., in other words,
If you make a mistake in usage dosage or management method, religion will quickly turn into “medicine”
“Poison”... I think it could also be a “chemical weapon.”
An extension of this wife is probably an emerging religion or an overseas terrorist organization.

Even in these questions and answers, teachers often ask questions
“Self-education is dangerous, so please be taught by a temple monk”
I see that you are giving advice.
I have an erroneous perception, as in Shinran Shonin's song, probably as a result of self-study
I feel that many believers have it, and I'm worried.
“Kanashiki Kanaya, Good Time for Morality, Yoshihi, Elabashime, Tenjin, Jigme
Tsutsutsumetosu
They are only eager to worship, and when something happens, they are all “spirits,” “gods, and Buddhas.”
It's because of it. Rather than praying, it's just faith. All you have to do is worship...

Religion, which should have been a “medicine,” is about to become a “poison” or a “chemical weapon”
I have the impression that it is closed.

Half of it was my complaint. I want to do something about it, but I can't.
I would like to thank the teachers for their admiration.

4 Zen Responses

wonderful awareness

That's a great reminder.
Buddhism can be compared to a finger pointing the moon.
Even if there are people who indicate the direction with their fingers that the moon (truth) is over there, you can't see the moon if the person being taught is particular about their fingers and only looks at their fingers.
There is also a possibility that that scary wife is so particular about her fingers that she doesn't look at the moon.

Drugs ⇔ risk

Distortion begins from the moment individual interpretations and values get caught... I think this is a common phenomenon in all of the truths that make up the world.
At the same time, it probably “woke up and disappeared” over and over again since ancient times, and in a sense, it's probably a very muddy human activity.
Everything is painful. It's ironic that if you go too immersed in religion and believe blindly, it also leads to suffering.
Is “good or bad judgment” necessary when it comes to things? We also want to go back to the beginning and go about our days.
Thank you very much for your consultation. clap hands.

※To thank you
It's important to adjust everything in moderation with good salt, isn't it? Watch out for overdose.

What's the difference between what's right and what's not?

It's not religion that's bad; it's bad for scoundrels who do that kind of thing.
The person named Dogen Zenji is a very solemn person.
Buddhism, even if it is Buddhism, has no mercy for false things. (# °°)
The Buddhist community at the time was criticized for their very tough stance, saying “different things are different.”
Even people who adore Dogen Zenji are banished because of their desire for fame or profit.
There is also a story where they were made to dig up the soil under Zazen and throw it away.
Once I was converted, I accepted it again.
Even the teachings of the sect that have been known to the world as Buddhism were thoroughly refuted and taught.
Speaking of today, the attitude is that “different things are different” no matter how many forms of Buddhism or religion they have. It means that the ridiculous religion has been thoroughly refuted.
As a result, the temple was set on fire by multi-denominational rioters and their lives were targeted. It's a horrible sight when people in the form of monks set fire to the temple to aim for their lives. It means they won't get along with the current cult rioters of emerging religions.
By analogy, even if it is a denomination that is well known to the world, the members within it are humans.
There are also people who simply try to satisfy their own desires by using organizations.
Despite the fact that there were many Buddhist groups at the time, they denied them and sought true pure Buddhism even when their lives were targeted by turning multiple denominations and other Buddhist groups into enemies.
So what is justice, true religion?
It is a content where people are genuinely saved, not for the sake of an organization or denomination, and it has content that saves everyone. The really well-sharpened, good water that exists in this world will quench your thirst regardless of person. There is no conditioning.
However, today's religions and denominations choose people. There is conditioning. There are many unfounded anoyo ideas. That won't save a rational person.
What people think of as religion is “that is not religion or anything” from the point of view of Dogen Zenji and people who can see through the essence of things.
Because take a look at what you're doing.
Money hunting, collecting votes, deceiving people, family collapse.
Why are things that kick people down religious things?
In other words, it's not like that because it's religion on our side, but what kind of thing is false is the true clear religious spirit/religion. I don't want to call anything a religion or the like when it comes to picture-making.
People who use their name as religion to cause harm or take advantage are cult-like.

First, believe in your personal condition

I read it.
That person is arrogant about what they believe and what they do; in other words, it's ego. Then I'm getting farther and farther away from the Buddha's teachings. From the moment I thought I was right, I moved further and further away from the Buddha's teachings and truths.

This kind of self is like that.

Honen Shonin's statement “first believe in my own condition” is when I first become aware that I am such a foolish self and that I cannot be saved at all by myself. I think the more you believe in the Buddha, the more you'll see that you are weak, small, and foolish.

If you truly know our foolish self like that, you will never be able to intimidate others, use rants, violence, attack, or fight. What is really dangerous is us ourselves, who think about such foolish and bad things and act in words. In other words, dangerous goods are us ourselves.

“Maybe it's an ear of rice that goes down your head the more it bears fruit.”
I think my heart to always bow my head sincerely, humbly, and honestly to the Buddha or anyone else will become the fruit of my faith, and my body will also deepen.
“Look at people's faces and turn yourself back on.”

Let's refer to that person's appearance, words, and actions. Shishin Gassho Nanmu Amida Buddha Namu Amidabutsu

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