Visions of Compassion: Western Scientists and Tibetan Buddhists Examine Human Nature [Hardcover]

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Hardcover: 288 pages
Publisher: Oxford University Press; 1 edition (Feb 18 2003)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 019513043X
ISBN-13: 978-0195130430
Product Dimensions: 23.9 x 16 x 2.5 cm
Shipping Weight: 544 g
Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #440,571 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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"The virtues discussed in this book need to be brought more to the foreground in society; indeed, the survival of the human race may depend on it."--Contemporary Psychology, APA Review of Books

"This is a work that will be accessible for undergraduates and graduates with an interest in ethics, altruism, Buddhist spiritual practice, evolutions, and neuro-psychologyThe essays are fully referenced, serving as a valuable resource for further reflectionI heartily recommend this work to individuals interested in the emerging dialogue among religion, spirituality and science."--Religious Studies Review, Harvey B. Aronson

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This book examines how Western behavioral science--which has generally focused on negative aspects of human nature--holds up to cross-cultural scrutiny, in particular the Tibetan Buddhist celebration of the human potential for altruism, empathy, and compassion. Resulting from a meeting between the Dalai Lama, leading Western scholars, and a group of Tibetan monks, this volume includes excerpts from these extraordinary dialogues as well as engaging essays exploring points of difference andoverlap between the two perspectives.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great read., July 14 2011

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Terrific book. Get it if you are interested in Buddhism or are just simply interested in the subject. Different ways of seeing the world was very eye opening and refreshing for me. I had to read it for a class but I truly enjoyed this book.

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An Excellent book received on time and in very good condition. An in depth research on how different beliefs influence our everyday lives.

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