Nirvana does for the soul what the ocean does for a person who falls overboard, dies and is eaten by the fish. The body does not cease to exist as atoms but is dissipated through the entire world. In that thinking the soul does the same in the universe. And of course this step comes after a long series of reincarnations gradually working you up to being worthy.
The Bible teaches a totally different explanation of what happens after death. The individual never dissipates or disappears. The person remains intact whether they are destined for heaven or hell. You will be aware of yourself and God. I assume there will also be some recognition of others.
The method of sorting is also different. Eternity is not based on a long series of lives based on personal effort but on the acceptance of the death and resurrection of Jesus. The two beliefs can be parallel. That does not mean what you think it does. Reach back to your high school geometry. Parallel lines never touch each other.
Don’t ever let anyone tell you that all religion is the same.
homo unius libri
Opus 2026-237: Not So Parallel Thoughts
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