Page 84 - Islam and Buddhism

Above: The eyes painted on some temples represent Buddha's eyes, which supposedly
see everything. This kind of temple, statues of Buddha and painted eyes are frequently
seen in countries where Buddhism has been widely accepted, clearly showing how
Buddhism has made Buddha into an idol.
Right: Samye monastery is one of Tibet's most famous temples, where Buddhists spin
their prayer cylinders and say their prayers. Ceremonies performed by the priests some-
time last all day. But Buddhists ignore the fact that Buddha will not hear them or answer
their prayers. Like all human beings, Gautama was a powerless servant whom God cre-
ated; only God can answer prayers:
"The call of truth is made to Him alone. Those they call upon apart from Him do not re-
spond to them at all. It is like someone stretching out his cupped hands towards water to
convey it to his mouth: it will never get there. The call of the unbelievers only goes
astray." (Qur'an, 13: 14)
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