The Thousand-Petaled Lotus: A Discussion between Buddhists and Christians

The Thousand-Petaled Lotus: A Discussion Between Buddhists and Christians explores the opportunities, challenges, and surprises inherent in sincere multi-faith interactions between followers of the Buddha and the Christ. Van Gorder encourages us to appreciate that faith is often an experienced and relational" form of life " before it is entombed within beliefs and rituals. Creative and empathetic meetings between Buddhists and Christians will not only examine complex questions of ultimacy; they can also foster constructive partnerships for social justice and healing friendships rooted in respectful listening. The dynamism of the Buddha and the Christ, the Gospels and the Dharma, and the Sangha and the Church offer rewarding resources to discover fresh streams of buoyant encouragement and transformative insight for any genuine heart - Christian or Buddhist -- set on pilgrimage.