Thank you all for your insights! I’ve been doing further research and this thread helped quite a bit.
“I concluded that Buddha Dhamma passes that test. Do you disagree?”
Not at all. You’ve provided compelling arguments that significantly bolster the credibility of Buddha Dhamma. These points are more than sufficient to encourage a seeker to engage with the teachings seriously, at the very least.
Excellent question! It appears that these doctrines might struggle to withstand such rigorous scrutiny. Many of them were derived from pre-existing philosophical systems and subsequently modified by various scholars to align with their own interpretations. This often results in inconsistencies and a lack of coherence. In short, these philosophies do not appear to engage with sensory experiences with the same precision and depth as the Buddha’s teachings, whose insights remain highly credible, as your post effectively demonstrates. Once again, thank you!