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Zen And The Brain: Toward An Understanding Of Meditation And Consciousness
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A Neuroscientist And Zen Practitioner Interweaves The Latest Research On The Brain With His Personal Narrative Of Zen.Aldous Huxley Called Humankind'S Basic Trend Toward Spiritual Growth The Perennial Philosophy. In The View Of James Austin, The Trend Implies A Perennial PsychophysiologyBecause Awakening, Or Enlightenment, Occurs Only When The Human Brain Undergoes Substantial Changes. What Are The Peak Experiences Of Enlightenment? How Could These States Profoundly Enhance, And Yet Simplify, The Workings Of The Brain? Zen And The Brain Presents The Latest Evidence. In This Book Zen Buddhism Becomes The Opening Wedge For An Extraordinarily Wideranging Exploration Of Consciousness. In Order To Understand Which Brain Mechanisms Produce Zen States, One Needs Some Understanding Of The Anatomy, Physiology, And Chemistry Of The Brain. Austin, Both A Neurologist And A Zen Practitioner, Interweaves The Most Recent Brain Research With The Personal Narrative Of His Zen Experiences. The Science Is Both Inclusive And Rigorous; The Zen Sections Are Clear And Evocative. Along The Way, Austin Examines Such Topics As Similar States In Other Disciplines And Religions, Sleep And Dreams, Mental Illness, Consciousnessaltering Drugs, And The Social Consequences Of The Advanced Stage Of Ongoing Enlightenment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Zen and the Brain'? A: 'Zen and the Brain' explores the intersection of neuroscience and Zen Buddhism, examining how meditation affects brain function and consciousness.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Zen and the Brain'? A: The author of 'Zen and the Brain' is James H. Austin, a neurologist and Zen practitioner.
- Q: What kind of research does the book include? A: The book includes the latest neuroscience research related to meditation and consciousness, along with personal narratives from the author’s Zen experiences.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in meditation? A: 'Zen and the Brain' provides insights that can benefit both beginners and experienced meditators, offering a deeper understanding of the brain's role in meditation.
- Q: How many pages does 'Zen and the Brain' have? A: 'Zen and the Brain' contains 872 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Zen and the Brain' was published on July 2, 1999.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: 'Zen and the Brain' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition.
- Q: Does the book discuss the effects of meditation on mental health? A: Yes, 'Zen and the Brain' examines the relationship between meditation, mental well-being, and various mental health conditions.
- Q: Are there any specific topics covered in the book? A: The book covers topics such as enlightenment, brain mechanisms, sleep, dreams, mental illness, and the impact of consciousness-altering substances.