Taking Responsibility... also about the Cooperation between Religions & Views.

In Buddhism we believe that Deities and Gods do exist.

(I think that Deities - in short - are beings with superhuman spiritual powers, also: 'Lesser Gods').

What's the difference between Buddhism and Religions of Faith, then?

No offense meant, but we Buddhist take responsibility for our lives and for our good and evil deeds and for our karma, without bothering the higher powers with prayers... or so we should, but sometimes fail. 😛

I often pray to Buddha (17th Karmapa, Thaye Dorje) for showing me the Way (for guidance), but without expecting instant results without effort on my part. I pray for showing me the Way that will lead me to wishes fulfilled, or just for showing me the Way to the Liberation and to the Enlightenment.

I pray for Buddha's guidance by speaking the Mantra: 'KARMAPA CHENNO' which means: 'Power of all Buddhas work through us' with the intention of asking for guidance. In a way this is both Mantra and Prayer at the same time. Or so I think at least.

I also believe in Buddha's Wisdom and Compassion. I believe in Lama Ole Nydahl's Wisdom and Compassion as well.

I believe in cooperation between Religions and Views, no prejudices if possible.

My own definition of the Truth is: 'Truth is what brings together instead of separating, but Honesty is also important'.

.. and yes, I like people who think that Honesty and Truth are same thing.

See also, if You wish:
- Rimé movement.