Kebangkitan Kristus vis-à-vis Kelahiran Kembali Buddha di Hadapan Sains Modern
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In dialogue with Buddhism, the concept of Jesus’ resurrection is often paralleled with the notion of rebirth. However, these two concepts are fundamentally different. This paper clarifies those differences, highlighting that resurrection is primarily understood as an event of faith, while rebirth is perceived as a natural occurrence governed by the law of karma. Both concepts, inevitably, face critical challenges from modern science. Through a literature-based study, this paper concludes that although the resurrection cannot be scientifically verified, it endures as a powerful and transformative theological claim. On the other hand, rebirth is more open to empirical investigation but remains vulnerable to methodological criticisms. Both concepts reflect distinct worldviews and address profound questions about the meaning of life, death, and the continuity of existence.References
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