The Rev
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I remember seeing an image which anthropologists created to show what the historical Jesus, had he really existed (not debating this either way), would have looked like, based on what they knew of the different races of people who lived in the area at the time, and what their defining physical attributes were:
This got me to wondering what the real Gautama would have looked like if he actually existed (still, not debating this either way). He is usually portrayed in a very idealized way, much like a saint or deity. However, Buddhist scripture is very explicit on the fact that he is not divine in any way. So, it would be interesting to see him as just a regular looking guy of the period.
If anyone has anything to throw into the discussion, I'd love to hear your opinions. Thanks.
:namaste
This got me to wondering what the real Gautama would have looked like if he actually existed (still, not debating this either way). He is usually portrayed in a very idealized way, much like a saint or deity. However, Buddhist scripture is very explicit on the fact that he is not divine in any way. So, it would be interesting to see him as just a regular looking guy of the period.
If anyone has anything to throw into the discussion, I'd love to hear your opinions. Thanks.
:namaste