The Intersectionality Between Buddhism, Consciousness, and Quantum Physics
David Leong
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper |
|---|---|
| Topics | Buddhism |
| Key points | Argues that Buddhist 'dependent origination' parallels quantum theory's interconnectedness and non-locality, and that exploring this resonance can enhance understanding of consciousness and reality. |
Abstract
This study illuminates the intriguing parallels between Buddhism, consciousness and the principles of quantum physics. It engages in a nuanced exploration of the Buddhist concept of pratītya-samutpāda or ‘dependent origination’ and its resonance with quantum theory's elucidation of the interconnectedness and non-locality in the universe. The paper presents a cross-disciplinary dialogue, bridging the spiritual wisdom of Buddhism with quantum theory's frontier understanding of reality through observation and consciousness and discussing consciousness’s place within this nexus. By doing so, the study endeavours to enhance our comprehension of the subjective ‘self’ in relation to the temporality of the objective ‘reality’ as portrayed in both spiritual and scientific discourses. This intersectionality offers new insights and perspectives on the nature of consciousness and reality, potentially stimulating further research in physics and philosophy.
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