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

by Anne Harrington and Richard J. Davidson

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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...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:019513043X

ISBN13:9780195130430

Release Date:December 2001

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Length:288 Pages

Weight:1.26 lbs.

Dimensions:1.0" x 6.3" x 9.4"

Related Subjects

Behavioral Psychology Behavioral Sciences Buddhism Cognitive Psychology Emotions Health, Fitness & Dieting Health, Fitness & Dieting Humanities Mental Health Philosophy Politics & Social Sciences Psychology Psychology & Counseling Religion Religion & Spirituality Religious Studies

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