Buddhism and Science

Buddhism and science share interests in understanding reality, mind, and suffering. Buddhism offers insights into the nature of consciousness, mindfulness, and ethical living, emphasizing direct experience and mental training. Science investigates the physical universe through empirical evidence and experimentation. While differing in methods—meditation and introspection versus observation and testing—they can complement each other: science explores how the mind works physically, and Buddhism provides practical techniques to understand and improve mental well-being. Both seek truth and a deeper understanding of existence, encouraging open inquiry and compassion.