Question
Your website interested me.
I am 44, have spent nearly half my life in Tokyo and the first half in Paris. I do not define myself as Buddhist, but I am somewhat interested in Buddhism. One of my understandings is that traditional Buddhism advocates, among other things, detachment from material possessions and attachments, to such an extent that even love for one’s neighbor is considered an attachment to the material world, and consequently a traditional Buddhist must in some way “avoid” love. Respect for others, protection of life, compassion, etc… YES, BUT detachment from love. I don’t know whether this understanding of “Buddhism and love” is correct. I feel this is a major difference from Christian religions. I am rather uncomfortable with it. I would be very happy if you could enlighten me.
Have a good day,
Patrick.
Patrick
Answer from Master Kosen
It is not philosophies that matter, only the truth you yourself live. Afterward, if you feel like it, you can create your own philosophy, just as Buddha or Christ did, based on your experience of truth.
Kosen