Buddhism and Medicine: Modern Collection

This product is a companion to the book “Buddhism and Medicine: An Anthology of Premodern Sources” and focuses on the relationship between Buddhism and medicine in modern and contemporary times. It includes a collection of texts and conversations from different regions and cultures within the Buddhist world. The anthology explores how Buddhism and medicine have been influenced by colonialism, science, and globalization, as well as the tensions and harmonies between tradition and modernity. The book contains a wide range of sources, including translations of published and unpublished documents, ethnographic interviews, and accounts from missionaries and colonial authorities. It emphasizes the diversity and innovation in the intersection of Buddhism and medicine throughout history and in today’s global context.