On the Problem of the Relation of Philosophical Theories and Spiritual Praxis in Buddhism

23/04/2010 - 16:00

23 April 2010 
16:00 – 17:30 hrs.

Venue: IIAS, Rapenburg 59, Leiden
 

Buddhist Studies Lecture by Lambert Schmithausen (Prof. Em. University of Hamburg)

Sometime ago (1976) I published a paper on the Problem of the Relation of Philosophical Theories and Spiritual Praxis in Buddhism. As far as the Yogacara-Vijnanavada tradition is concerned, I argued that the theory was developed in the context of to meditative practice. This prompted some critics to offer different theories. Here I will discuss my continuing reasons for upholding my original ideas in a modified form, considering the background within the world of Buddhist thought and practice.