2. Identity – The Christian worldview expresses what is stated in Psalms 139:14 about our being “fearfully and wonderfully made” for God and in His image. In contrast, Buddhist identity on this earth revolves around achieving perfection by man’s standard.
3. Meaning/Purpose - In a small way, Christianity and Buddhism share similar beliefs in their purpose on earth which is to be generally good and happy. Where they differ is their reasoning for achieving this. Christians seek to honor and glorify God and bring others to Christ through testimony, whereas Buddhists seek happiness for their individual satisfaction.
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Morality - Buddhism and Christianity share the same ideals when it comes to morality and how humans should interacts with each other. However, they differ in the fundamental reasoning behind it. Buddhists attribute morality to one’s ego, whereas for Christians it comes from an inner change and working of the Holy Spirit.
5. Destiny - The greatest difference between Buddhism and Christianity lies with the belief in destiny. Christianity teaches an afterlife of a literal heaven or hell. Buddhists do not believe in an afterlife but rather in karma, which based on your present day good or bad actions will have an affect on your next