Saturday, January 15, 2011

5 BIG QUESTIONS: TAOISM vs. CHRISTIANITY

QUESTION
TAOISM
CHRISTIANITY
What is the ultimate reality/Supreme Power?
Tao.
God.
What is the nature of the world? (Freedom vs. Destiny/Fate?)
Harmony.
Freedom because one can affect ones life by choosing the act a certain way.
Sinful/fallen.
Freedom because one is given a choice to do right/wrong.
Where do I/people fit in the universe?
We are parts of the Tao, a part of an interconnected whole.
We are stewards of creation (the whole world). We are existant to glorify God.
What is humanity’s primary problem (and its solution)?
Excessive pursuit of wealth, stature or prestige.
Sin. Believe in Jesus Christ and your sins are forgiven.
What happens after death?
Death is not a big deal. One rejoins the Tao (life-force).
One is judged by God and goes either to heaven or to hell based on ones life on earth.