Batchelor, Stephen

Secular Buddhism: Imaginingthe Dharma in an UncertainWorld

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ISBN 13:
9780300234251
author:
Batchelor, Stephen
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Yale University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
296
Dimensions:
20.07 x 13.21 x 2.29 centimetres
Genre:
Religion, Buddhism, Rituals & Practice,
Condition:
New
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£14.62

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Secular Buddhism: Imagining the Dharma in an Uncertain World by Stephen Batchelor explores the complex implications of Buddhism's secularization. As mindfulness practices become increasingly common in Western culture, the author examines whether it is possible to recover a vision of human flourishing that is secular rather than religious without compromising the integrity of the tradition. Batchelor considers a range of topics, from reincarnation and agnosticism to the role of the arts in Buddhist practice, offering a detailed picture of contemporary Buddhism's attempt to find its voice in the modern world. This collected volume provides valuable insights into the intersection of Buddhism and secular culture, making it an important work for anyone interested in understanding the evolution of this ancient tradition. Through his writings, Batchelor sheds light on the challenges and opportunities presented by Buddhism's engagement with a rapidly changing world.

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