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Lords of the Rings star embraces Buddhism (Orlando Bloom)
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Posted on 12/09/2004 3:13:31 PM PST by fishtank

Lords of the Rings star embraces Buddhism

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Hindustan Times (India), Dec. 6, 2004 http://www.hindustantimes.com

Another Hollywood star Orlando Bloom is to become a Buddhist. The Lord of the Rings star, 27, took part in an hour long ceremony at a centre to commit himself to the faith, according to a Mirror report.

Orlando, who jealously guards his private life, joined 60 other fledgling Buddhists at the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement HQ at Taplow Court Mansion in Maidenhead, Berkshire. A visitor was cited: "He looked really happy. He looked comfortable and quite excited."

Bloom was presented with his Gohonzon, a scroll with Chinese and Sanskrit characters on it. Dressed in jeans, a camel coloured sweater and shirt, he accepted his scroll from centre director Ricky Baynes. An onlooker said: "He shook Ricky's hand like the other people getting their Gohonzons and looked calm."

"When everyone had theirs we all clapped and cheered. Afterwards we all had a cup of tea together and Orlando went to the gift shop. People were queuing up to get his autograph and have their picture take with him. He was very friendly and didn't seem to mind."

Orlando said his Gohonzon would take place of pride in his home. It is likely to be kept in a wooden shrine, surrounded by candles. He would chant the holy Japanese mantra nam-myoho-renge-kyo to the scroll twice a day. He must also read and recite two chapters from the Lotus Sutra holy scripture.

Orlando, who played elf Legolas in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, has never publicly spoken about his religious faith but has often been seen clutching Buddhist prayer beads.


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To: lonevoice
He's not Gay.... he's dating Kate Bosworth.

And she is almost prettier than him!

81 posted on 12/09/2004 4:26:45 PM PST by HairOfTheDog
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

He's cute, but I prefer someone who looks more like...say...Gerard Butler.


82 posted on 12/09/2004 4:34:30 PM PST by highlandbreeze
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To: spinestein

Pedant

I am half way through my night shift in the UK I hope you understand my garbled message.


83 posted on 12/09/2004 4:34:46 PM PST by kingsurfer
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To: myvoice

Communist? Lalalalalalalala


84 posted on 12/09/2004 4:35:45 PM PST by highlandbreeze
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To: highlandbreeze; Lil'freeper
He's cute, but I prefer someone who looks more like...say...Gerard Butler.

Yesss! Can we hijack the thread and start posting HIS pictures, for no reason at all?

85 posted on 12/09/2004 4:41:23 PM PST by RosieCotton (He is a very shallow critic who cannot see an eternal rebel in the heart of a conservative. - GKC)
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To: anniegetyourgun

Thank ya darlin'!


86 posted on 12/09/2004 4:44:07 PM PST by najida (Aunt to Miss Emily Ann- Cutest Baby in the World.)
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To: what's up
He was not much better in "Pirates of the Caribbean" IMO.

He was OK in "Pirates", it's just that he got completely upstaged by Johnny Depp.

87 posted on 12/09/2004 4:46:19 PM PST by Mr. Jeeves
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To: bill1952

IIRC, Soka Gokkai (sp?) is viewed askance by most Japanese. I could be wrong, but I thought they had a deal like the scientologists or something. UFO's maybe?


88 posted on 12/09/2004 4:47:21 PM PST by RedQuill
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To: bill1952

IIRC, Soka Gokkai (sp?) is viewed askance by most Japanese. I could be wrong, but I thought they had a deal like the scientologists or something. UFO's maybe?


89 posted on 12/09/2004 4:47:26 PM PST by RedQuill
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To: HairOfTheDog
He's not Gay.... he's dating Kate Bosworth.

And Tom Cruise was married to Nicole Kidman. Both gentlemen are protective of their careers, and I applaud them for that. I have no problem with OB, just wondering how, or if, sexual orientation is addressed in Buddhism.

90 posted on 12/09/2004 4:54:20 PM PST by lonevoice (Vast Right Wing Pajama Party)
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To: Prime Choice
...what the heck is the allure with Paris Hilton anyway?

Uhh...She makes kickin' videos?

91 posted on 12/09/2004 4:54:29 PM PST by uglybiker (In GOD We Trust. All others pay cash)
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To: RedQuill

You are correct. There is actually a poster on FR who used to be in the leadership of Soka Gokkai, and could explain very well why the movement is a sham (and very poor Buddhism, BTW). Unfortunately, I have forgotten the name.


92 posted on 12/09/2004 4:58:47 PM PST by AQGeiger (Have you hugged your soldier today?)
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To: anniegetyourgun

Isn't that Antonio Banderos? If not, Orlando is, Um, quite versatile, LOL!


93 posted on 12/09/2004 5:00:43 PM PST by Diana in Wisconsin (Save The Earth. It's The Only Planet With Chocolate.)
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To: kingsurfer

" Pedant "

I don't deny it.

However, being agnostic, I get my fair share of abuse from people who think that I believe in nothing, or that I am just a bitter person taking out my anger against religion, neither of which is correct and I often find it necessary to explain.


94 posted on 12/09/2004 5:03:20 PM PST by spinestein (Intolerance will not be tolerated !)
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To: HairOfTheDog

I always thought Kate Bosworth was a little on the manly looking side - I think it's the chin.


95 posted on 12/09/2004 5:05:06 PM PST by TightyRighty
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To: fishtank
embraces Buddhism

.......Elves. {/disgusted grunt}

96 posted on 12/09/2004 5:07:01 PM PST by DoctorMichael (The Fourth Estate is a Fifth Column!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)
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To: TightyRighty

Are you kidding? She's beautiful.


97 posted on 12/09/2004 5:11:19 PM PST by HairOfTheDog
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To: Diana in Wisconsin; najida
Yep - Antonio Banderas.....

And hey, you're welcome najida! Really improves the scenery around here, eh?

98 posted on 12/09/2004 5:28:51 PM PST by anniegetyourgun
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To: fishtank

When was the last time Buddhists went to war?"

Pearl Harbor?

Well at least they were peaceful while heading from the carriers to Pearl over the open blue Pacific.


99 posted on 12/09/2004 5:37:25 PM PST by HereInTheHeartland
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To: lonevoice

When Richard Gere and his fellow Hollywood “Buddhists” met with the Dalai Lama a few years ago, they were shocked to hear his conservative views on such issues as sexual relations (not until marriage), abortion (very against) and homosexuality (also very against). Maybe that’s why so many have been turning to the Kabbala lately. But again, real Jewish scholars whom I’ve met have nothing but absolute contempt for the Hollywood version.


100 posted on 12/09/2004 5:46:58 PM PST by Freemarketman
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