What are some scary religious stories?

In Buddhism, the story of the Buddha's enlightenment is very profound. Siddhartha Gautama, after years of seeking and self - denial, sat under the Bodhi tree. He was tempted by Mara but remained steadfast in his meditation. Eventually, he achieved enlightenment and became the Buddha. It shows the power of perseverance and the discovery of truth within oneself.

The Quran also consists of true stories in the eyes of Muslims. For example, the stories of the prophets like Ibrahim (Abraham), Musa (Moses), and Isa (Jesus) are told in the Quran. These stories are not only religious teachings but also a part of Islamic history and heritage.

One popular religious fiction story is 'The Chronicles of Narnia' by C.S. Lewis. It has strong Christian allegorical elements. Another is 'The Left Behind' series which is based on certain Christian eschatological beliefs. And 'The Shack' is also well - known, exploring themes of faith and the nature of God in a fictional narrative.

One popular kids religious story is the story of Noah's Ark from the Bible. God told Noah to build an ark because he was going to send a great flood to cleanse the earth. Noah built the ark and took two of every kind of animal onto it. Then it rained for 40 days and 40 nights, and the ark floated on the floodwaters until the waters receded. Another is the story of David and Goliath. David, a young shepherd boy, defeated the giant Goliath with just a sling and a stone, showing that with faith in God, great things can be achieved. Also, the story of Jonah and the whale is well - known. Jonah disobeyed God and was swallowed by a big fish (whale), but he prayed to God while inside and was eventually spit out onto dry land, teaching kids about obedience.

One well - known religious horror story is 'The Exorcist'. It involves a young girl possessed by a demon and the Catholic priests' attempts to exorcise it. The story plays on religious beliefs about the existence of evil spirits and the power of the Church to combat them.

In Hinduism, there is the story of Krishna and the butter. Little Krishna was very fond of butter. He would often steal butter from the village houses. This story can be a fun bedtime story. It shows Krishna's mischievous yet divine nature and can also be a way to introduce Hindu mythology to children.

No. Most religions uphold values of chastity, modesty and respect for the sacredness of human relationships. Sexual content goes against these fundamental religious values and has no place in religious teachings.

In Buddhism, the story of the Buddha's enlightenment is a very important religious story. Siddhartha Gautama, after years of seeking and self - denial, finally achieved enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. This story is central to understanding Buddhist teachings about the path to liberation from suffering.

Another story is that of the angels announcing the birth of Jesus to the shepherds on Christmas Eve. The shepherds were out in the fields, watching their flocks at night. Suddenly, an angel appeared and said, 'Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.' Then a whole host of angels joined in praising God. It emphasizes the importance of this event for all humanity.

Well, there's the story of Joan of Arc. Although it's a historical account, it has a lot of religious significance. Joan, a young girl, claimed to have religious visions and led the French army. It's a story of faith and courage. Then there are the parables in the Bible which are often retold in a way that's accessible to young adults, teaching moral and religious lessons. For example, the parable of the prodigal son.