Western Harmony with Buddhist Wisdom
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The talk discusses the integration and influence of Buddhism in the Western tradition, highlighting the Western thinkers and movements that align closely with Buddhist philosophy. The discussion asserts that this fusion is not an alien introduction but rather a convergence of inherent philosophical thought, suggesting that Western Transcendentalism and Unitarianism share a lineage with Buddhist ideas, particularly through figures like Thoreau, Emerson, and Whitehead, who reflect similar contemplations on nature and process. Additionally, the works of Blake are pointed out as resonating with Buddhist concepts through allegorical expressions akin to Buddhist teachings.
Referenced Works and Figures:
- Transcendentalism: Mentioned as a precursor to the acceptance of Buddhist philosophy in the West, illustrating similar meditative and nature-focused elements.
- Unitarianism: Highlighted as part of the cultural atmosphere that parallel Buddhist values, fostering a sense of interconnectedness.
- Henry David Thoreau and Ralph Waldo Emerson: Identified as pivotal figures whose writings and philosophies set the stage for a Buddhist understanding within Western thought.
- Alfred North Whitehead: Cited for his emphasis on process philosophy, which closely aligns with Buddhist concepts of impermanence and interconnectedness.
- William Blake: Recognized for metaphorical narratives that exemplify themes akin to Buddhist teachings on the illusion of reality and externalization of nature.
AI Suggested Title: Western Harmony with Buddhist Wisdom
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Instead of confronting them, you go along with them, say, oh sure, I'll do it, and then you end up paying the tax for them. And we've had some interesting changes in people because we've done that. Let me say one last thing. It is the introduction of Buddhism into the United States, it's an interesting event, I don't know how important it is, but I don't think it's an introduction separate from the West. I think there's an undermined going on in the West, which is coming to the surface now. I think that the Transcendentalism and Unitarianism and Thoreau and Emerson, etc., are very much a lineage which is leading to Buddhism, and Whitehead and his emphasis on process is extremely close to Buddhism. And that's all from a Western tradition. And Blake is very close. I mean, Blake, when he talks about Albion taking the moon and stars out of his stomach and externalizing nature, or Job, the same way, that's not different from Buddhism. Blake is extremely similar to Buddhism. There's that tradition. Thank you very much.
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