Dr. Thupten Jinpa on What Can Science and Buddhism Learn from Each Other?

In this Interview a respected Tibetan Buddhist scholar, former monk, and the principal English translator for the Dalai Lama, Dr. Thupten Jinpa delves into the profound dialogues between Buddhism and science, exploring the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern scientific inquiry. He shares insights from years of collaboration with world-renowned scientists, including the impact of these interactions on both Buddhist practice and scientific understanding.

This conversation sheds light on the mutual enrichment of Tibetan Buddhism's profound knowledge of the mind and contemporary scientific discoveries, highlighting the Dalai Lama's significant contributions to bringing compassion into the realm of science and everyday life.

This episode is an excerpt of a past Science & Wisdom LIVE dialogue, 'Buddhism, Science, Compassion, and Climate: An Interview with Dr. Thupten Jinpa'.

Listen to the full episode here

Show Notes:

•  0:00: Introduction
• 1:00: Early Inclinations and the Shift Towards Science
• 1:37:What Scientists Learn from Tibetan Buddhism
• 2:35: Science Enhancing Understanding of Buddhism
• 4:36: The Intersection of Quantum Physics and Buddhism
• 6:50: Critical Thinking in Buddhism
• 7:53: The Role of Ethics and Compassion in Society
• 10:28: Advancing Compassion in Modern Science

Science & Wisdom LIVE brings meditation practitioners in conversation with scientists to address the problems of contemporary society and come to new possible solutions.

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