The golden rule

[oracle]

What about someone who murdered, and then became a taoist. What about them? What do you think, is there good in that man?

It depends on your definition of Good. I think all have the potential for altruism and selflessness. But that takes a process of inner growth; of using logic and the capacities of the mind. Good is not accomplished through morals or external works. Everyone makes mistakes in order to learn and grow, and this is a necassary process. A person can reach a higher level of inner growth and understanding regardless of what religion. It all equates the same.

 

[michel]

It depends on your definition of Good. I think all have the potential for altruism and selflessness. But that takes a process of inner growth; of using logic and the capacities of the mind. Good is not accomplished through morals or external works. Everyone makes mistakes in order to learn and grow, and this is a necassary process. A person can reach a higher level of inner growth and understanding regardless of what religion. It all equates the same.

(Re Red highlight)- you sound as if you are sitting on the fence on this one; sure there might still be some element of good in him, but karmically, surely the murder would nullify the good?
(Blue highlight)How else can you accomplish 'Good' if not as external deeds based on good morals?
(Green)True, but again, if you are relating this to the murder, you are virtually giving 'carte blanche' to mankind to do any evil deeds as 'part of the learnig process' - with immunity?

 

[BruceDLimber]

Fluffy, as has been pointed out, the Golden Rule is indeed in the scriptures of EVERY ONE of the great religions, and this includes those of Hinduism, Judaism, and Buddhism (to name just three), ALL of which long preceded Christianity!

Regards,

Bruce

 

[almifkhar]

i have read many a religious book and i came to one conclusion. all religions teach the same ultimate thing the only difference is ritual.

 

[Scuba Pete]

Christianity does not employ the "Golden Rule" that states "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you". It sets the bar much, much higher!

 

[Lightkeeper]

Another way to look at it is the way we treat others is the way we treat ourselves. If we want to be whole we need to love and accept all aspects of being human. Others represent all human aspects. If you are having a problem with a person, it could be an aspect of yourself you aren't accepting. We take these religions for granted but they have great wisdom. If you read deeply into them you will find the path to wholeness.