This collection of writings presents contemporary views on the
integration of Buddhism in the West. Over the past few decades
Buddhism has deepened its presence in the West and as a result
teachings and practices are becoming integrated with those of
Western psychology in a more productive way. The decline of
mechanism and positivism offers new opportunities to bring together
Western Buddhist views of the mind and its relationship to its
surroundings. Written by psychologists and scholars, the essays
discuss many of the difficult questions raised by Buddhism's
increased presence. In particular the issue of the balance between
authenticity and accessibility is examined. Buddhist traditions are
often perceived as inaccessible and too firmly fixed to a cultural
framework with some people, especially women, left feeling
alienated and undervalued. However, by responding to this by
attempting to synthesise Buddhism with the values of contemporary
culture can lead to doubts about authenticity and dilution.
Examining these issues and many more, the contributors seek to
bring Buddhism into a realistic and informed relationship with
contemporary Western thought.
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