Here's some incredibly stupid remarks from a feng shui store online:

Religious Concerns?

Additionally, if you are thinking about purchasing a Buddha, but are concerned that it will conflict with your religious beliefs, don't be. The Buddha is really more like a friend wishing you luck than a religious figure, and he will not replace God or your religious system. If you still feel uncomfortable, think of him as a lucky talisman, like a rabbit's foot, or a four-leafed clover. He's just there to bring you luck! Buying a Buddha

When shopping for a Buddha, keep the following traits and Chinese lore in mind:

* Bigger is better: It really is better to try to find the biggest Buddha possible. If that's not possible, however, don't worry about purchasing a smaller sized one.

* Try a laughing Buddha first: There are many different Buddha's out there, but if this is your first, start with the Laughing Buddha. The Laughing Buddha is also known as the Buddha of Wealth, and who wouldn't like more of that?

To be sure, there is superstition and mythology in every religion and religious tradition. However, there is no need to be condescending and offensive, no matter how ignorant and stupid you are.

Imagine if, instead of Buddha, the above quotes substituted "Jesus" for Buddha.

"Jesus isn't the symbol of a religion or a religious figure, he's just a lucky charm, like a leprechaun or a lucky horseshoe!"

Even if you aren't religious in any way, there is such a thing as respect for other cultures and their traditions and symbols.

We sell Feng Shui items with our partners here at Feng Shui Portal, but we never forget the rich tradition and history of China, Japan, India and the entire Asian continent, which in most cases predates Western Culture and religion.

You don't have to be a Buddhist to appreciate and prosper from Feng Shui, but Buddist tenets and tradition are just as valid, and in many cases complementary to, Christian, Jewish or other great religions.

Some aspects of Feng Shui or Buddhism may seem foreign or even ridiculous.

Your best bet is to educate yourself on the significance of certain symbols and practices, and the logic and validity of the such things will become self-evident. Most misconceptions arise from an fear of the unknown.

Embrace all cultures, and respect them, because we can learn from the rich history of the entire world. And never denigrate nor demean or insult other religions. You only lower yourself, not the great traditions upon which civilizations were once built, and which even today inform our culture and history.