Buddhism as the foundation of science

Abstract

Buddhism as the Foundation of Science

A book that explains the relationship between religion and science, Buddhism and science, acknowledges nature and the laws of nature. Science has the notion of conquering nature and believes that human happiness lies in material possessions. Buddhism, on the other hand, does not focus solely on the external material world but also proves the truth of the external world through the five senses—eyes, ears, nose, tongue, and body—leading to the development of human mind and wisdom.

Buddhism relies on direct experience through the six senses: what is perceived through the eyes must be seen with the eyes, what is perceived through the tongue must be tasted with the tongue, and what is perceived through the ears must be heard with the ears. Science seeks to understand the laws of nature and find ways to control or conquer nature. It emphasizes controlling the external world to solve external problems but does not seek inner happiness as Buddhism does.