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Message: <blockquote data-quote="zubenelgenubi" data-source="post: 3571344" data-attributes="member: 63706">There's a theory that Jesus traveled to the east and studied buddhism. The gospels leave out any information about his life between around the ages of 12-30. The biggest similarities I see in the teachings of the two are about unburdening yourself of material concerns, and taking care of the poor. You can make the argument that salvation/drawing closer to God sounds similar to seeking enlightenment, but the paths to each taught by the two are different. Though if Jesus were talking about enlightenment, perhaps his teachings were designed to help others along their own paths. By accepting the gift of salvation, you are set free of the guilt of your sins, which is another burden and obstacle on the path to enlightenment.Not saying I believe that, but I don't think it is outside the realm of possibility.</blockquote>