Pi
is a very interesting character, considering that he follows three religions
effortlessly. But the real question is if it is possible to follow all three
religion without their separate ideals conflicting. With Hinduism worshiping
multiple gods and Christianity/Islam only worshiping one god, they are all
clearly different religions with different goals. However, the ultimate goal
seems to be the same: to promote/preach peace through praying and meditation.
As
a Roman Catholic, one of the first things that I learned was the Ten
Commandments. In fact, I learned it in a Sunday school for children hosted in
the bottom of my old church. The second commandment states “Thou shall not have
no other gods”. This means that any god other than God the Creator is
considered a false idol. Following those rules, Pi cannot actually follow
Hinduism and Christianity at the same time. However, the book is set on post modernistic ideals and following three religions can be allowed in this world.
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