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To: Craig Richards who wrote (23595)	7/14/1998 1:17:00 AM
From: Krowbar	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 108807

Craig, I think that most of us would have a Buddha nature if it wasn't squashed by indoctrination from the time we are born. I have always felt "Buddhist" inside. I have always questioned authority since I was a small child. I'm one of those incorrigibles that the Bible says should be stoned to death. I have taught my 21 year old son to be freethinking, and even question what I have taught him. He is well- balanced, and a very creative musician. << There's no images of sheep-like followers of a shepherd Buddha in Buddhism, at least none that I'm aware of. >> Who are those with the shaven heads and red robes that I see? Del

To: Craig Richards who wrote (23595)	7/16/1998 1:01:00 AM
From: Grainne	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 108807

Craig, my own experience of Buddhism is that it is a little confusing at first because there are so many different kinds. While I understand what you are saying about Buddhism being inside the individual (to paraphrase), I also remember that my first introduction to Buddhism was through a man I met who took me to some sort of group meeting where everyone was kneeling and chanting together. Like Del, I am not into group anything, and found that a little unnerving. Is there any way to become more aware without becoming a groupie? Are you suggesting "If You Meet the Buddha on the Road, Kill Him" as a good introduction? Are there other books you would suggest, as well? What about journals like Tricycle? Is this a way of life that can be absorbed a little at a time and still be practical and beneficial?