Prakash Books-The Universe in a Single Atom
Product details
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TopicsThe book covers topics such as quantum physics, cosmology, genetics, consciousness, the big bang, evolution, karma, and ethics.
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PurposeThe book's purpose is to examine the strengths and limitations of science and religion, and to show how both can be used to improve the world.
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StructureThe book is made up of ten chapters, including one that reflects on the importance of science in the Dalai Lama's quest to understand reality.
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Author's backgroundThe Dalai Lama has studied science and spirituality for over 40 years, including with some of the world's greatest scientific minds.
In this rare personal investigation, His Holiness the Dalai Lama discusses his vision of science and faith working hand in hand to alleviate human suffering. Drawing on a lifetime of scientific study and religious practice, he explores the great debates and makes astonishing connections between seemingly disparate topics - such as evolution and karma - that will change the way we look at the world.
While he sees science and faith as 'complementary but different investigative approaches with the same goal of seeking the truth,' the fact is that the two have often been at the root of human conflict for centuries. The Dalai Lama challenges us to see that the benefits of opening our hearts and minds to the connections between science and faith are far preferable to perpetuating the divisive rhetoric that often surrounds them.
