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Christians are called to live with Christ as our example. As we know, Christ's harrowing of Hell is one of the greatest triumphs and mysteries of the Christian tradition. Thus, like a Bodhisattva, Christians are called to face Hell and suffering. Every Christian is meant to harrow our own Hell, both personal and collective. It should also be noted that the Buddhist conception of Hell is far different than the Christian one. It is more reminiscent of Sheol or Hades - a sort of underworld as opposed to a place of torment, so a syncretism of these terms is misplaced and doesn't do justice to both religious traditions. Bodhisattva's don't go to Hell - they go to Naraka. The original language is important, for languages are never perfectly translated and the connotation of Hell is far different than Nakara. Respecting the original language leads to a more nuanced understanding and respect of the Buddhist tradition. (i understand this is a shitpost i'm taking too seriously, but i think it's interesting nonetheless).