The Vine and the Lotus: The paths of Buddhism towards the Israel of Jesus

Was Jesus a Buddhist? This research comparing the eastern scriptures with several passages of the canonical and apocryphal gospels shows intriguing results. Dozens of Jesus's teachings, including some parables, proved almost identical to the Buddha's teachings, handed down in India five hundred years before the birth of Galileo. Central themes such as faith, celibacy, the choice of humble life, the issue of women, the creation of universe, the end times and other topics are presented and discussed, leaving the reader to draw their own conclusions. The author describes trade as the main cause of the spread of Buddhism in ancient Israel since before the birth of Jesus, citing historical documents and archaeological discoveries. The book is recommended for those who enjoy themes such as history, philosophy and comparative religion.