Huxley's discovery of Buddhism

Q: Why do materialists and atheists often show sympathy toward Buddhist philosophy?

Materialists support Buddhism because the philosophy rejects the existence of a Creator and denies the concept of a soul. It serves as a tool to promote a non-believing model of society by presenting artificial spiritual values as an alternative to the truth of revealed religions.

Q: What is the relationship between the doctrine of constant change in Buddhism and materialist theories?

Buddhist philosophy requires a concept of constant flux and transmigration, which is conceptually aligned with the materialist rejection of fixed, created species. This shared rejection of an unchanging creation makes the doctrine compatible with ideologies that deny the artistry of the Creator.

Q: How did Thomas Huxley view the role of Buddhism in Western civilization?

Huxley admired Buddhism because he viewed it as a system that effectively rejects the existence of God, denies human souls, and dismisses the efficacy of prayer. He believed these traits made it a suitable replacement for traditional religious systems in a secular society.

Q: What is the primary danger of adopting superstitious or man-made belief systems?

Following man-made or superstitious beliefs leads individuals away from the truth of the Creator. These systems often aim to obstruct the rise of revealed religions, and those caught in them are urged to contemplate the verses of Allah and follow the path commanded in the Qur'an.

Abstract

This video analyzes the philosophical alignment between Buddhist doctrines and materialist ideologies like Darwinism. It highlights how figures such as Thomas Huxley and Friedrich Nietzsche promoted Buddhism to provide an alternative to revealed religions, effectively denying the existence of a Creator. The video warns against such superstitious beliefs and encourages viewers to seek the truth through the guidance of the Qur'an.