Expert: John Willemsens aka Advayavadananda - 6/11/2006

Question
I wondered what Bhuddists believed about Jesus. I am a Roman Catholic and so I believe in God as the Trinity and that Jesus is like a designated driver, the safe most certain way to get to heaven. I know Muslims believe he was a prophet and Jews believe he was just a historical figure. I wondered what the Bhuddist teaching is. I also wondered what the best books on meditation are. I heard the Dalai Lama speak and thought he was a fabulous person.  

Answer
Hello Michael,
I can only answer this question personally. I honestly believe that all religions, including the three Abrahamic monotheisms, are no more than very elaborate fantasies. What the historical Jesus really sought to proclaim we shall (thanks to Paul) never know, but I believe that the Sermon on the Mount might be his style, at least I would like to think so.
Kind regards,
Advayavadananda.
p.s. there is plenty about meditation on the Net.