Buddhist and Christian Views of Self
A Comparative Analysis
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 3719009 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Shipeng Wang (0000-0002-9441-2342, Central China Normal University, corresponding author), Feifan Wang (0009-0007-2513-731X, Central China Normal University, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 16 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pages | 291 |
| Publication date | 2025-02-26 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Religions (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2077-1444 • E-ISSN: 2077-1444 |
| Publisher | MDPI AG (PUBLISHER • IT) |
| DOI | 10.3390/rel16030291 |
| OpenAlex | W4407975801 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 9 |
Buddhism is renowned for its adherence to the principle of "Anatta", yet it does not merely negate the self. Instead, Buddhism employs a flexible categorization and stratification of the self based on specific value orientations and practical objectives. Although Christian traditions present a variety of perceptions of the self, they align with Buddhism in terms of stratifying the self. In the practical path of self-cultivation, both religions adopt meditation as a spiritual exercise, aiming to manifest the true self. A comparative analysis of Buddhist and Christian meditation practices within the framework of naturalism not only enhances the profound understanding of the self-concept for both parties but also fosters the creative transformation and innovative development of the theories of self within these two religious traditions
Buddhism · Epistemology · Sociology · Theology · Indian and Buddhist Studies · Philosophy · Religion and Society Interactions · Religion, Spirituality, and Psychology
| Citation velocity | historical |
|---|---|
| Highly cited | No |