Orthodox Christianity contrasted with Buddhism: A brief reflection and comparative analysis

Abstract

There are diverse living religions in the world, and they exist as they likely meet various needs including the spiritual as well as material, of the people who espouse them. The religions require a systematic study as one looks at their teachings and the religious life they embrace. This article proffers an investigation on the theme of Christianity juxtaposed with Buddhism. It especially looks at themes including the role of religion, ethics, spirituality, prayer, grace, God, considerations of peace, salvation, good and evil and the afterlife. It is evident that there are indeed similarities and overlapping issues but there are equally many differences between these two great global religions. The article concludes that distinctive character of the religions can only be ascertained through an analysis of the fundamental concepts such as those considered in this article.