Is Buddhism a religion for lazy people? Here's my take. Most Buddhists I know aren't really Buddhists. My understanding is that one cannot be a Buddhist anyway, because in each moment we are "becoming" we are never one thing or another. We just "are" and we have no name. I think for the greater numbe of adherents to this religion, particularly in the west, Buddhism is almost a lifestyle choice, along with Yoga and vegatarianism. Mainstream religion is too much like hard work. All that genuflecting and confession and special dietary laws ..too much. Why not become a self satisfied Buddhist instead? No need for any going to church or any of that nonsense. Just adopt a glassy eyed expression and quote a few sayings from Buddha and everything will be ok. You don't need to understand any of it, just be able ot quote it. If someone pulls you over on it, just quote another one, and adopt an even smugger expression. Chances are they won't ask again. Is it just me, or do Buddhists deserve to be sneered at as much as every other religion. What makes them so special? Or was my first shot right on the button? Maybe they are just lazy.
Ignatius Reviewed by Ignatius on . Is Buddhism a religion for lazy people? Is Buddhism a religion for lazy people? Here's my take. Most Buddhists I know aren't really Buddhists. My understanding is that one cannot be a Buddhist anyway, because in each moment we are "becoming" we are never one thing or another. We just "are" and we have no name. I think for the greater numbe of adherents to this religion, particularly in the west, Buddhism is almost a lifestyle choice, along with Yoga and vegatarianism. Mainstream religion is too much like hard work. All that Rating: 5