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82 Scientific Materialism on its Deathbed, or the Scent of a Revolution

Fall 2014 Shamatha, Vipashyana, Dream Yoga
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Publish Date: 
Oct 08, 2014
Duration: 
42 minutes
Language difficulty: 
Easy

About this episode

In this episode B. Alan Wallace discusses the limitations of Eurocentric perspectives when interpreting texts like those of Padmasambhava which may appear mystical but are considered scientific within Buddhist contexts. He critiques scientific materialism by referencing studies that suggest consciousness persists after clinical death challenging materialist views. Wallace also provides updates on establishing a contemplative observatory in Europe. The episode includes a silent meditation session starting at 49:37 minutes.

About this episode

In this episode B. Alan Wallace discusses the limitations of Eurocentric perspectives when interpreting texts like those of Padmasambhava which may appear mystical but are considered scientific within Buddhist contexts. He critiques scientific materialism by referencing studies that suggest consciousness persists after clinical death challenging materialist views. Wallace also provides updates on establishing a contemplative observatory in Europe. The episode includes a silent meditation session starting at 49:37 minutes.