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On Being Human: Where Ethics, Medicine and Spirituality Converge

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I'm sorry to report that I was disappointed in this book. I think the conversational format interfered with my ability to truly engage in the substance of the topics. Plus, there were too many instances of the authors congratulating each other on the contributions of their own work or of the work at their respective institutions. Again, this interrupted the flow of the substance. Instead of an in depth discussion, I was left feeling that the topics were covered only superficially. I did gain additional insight into Buddhist thought, but I think I could have gotten this more effectively with a different reading choice. I would not recommend this book.

This is a wonderful, thought provoking essay. It gives you a look at what is the responsiblity of men and women who choose to affect the lives of humanity as human beings. Each of us is a member of the HUMAN family first. It is so important that people who have the special mission or gift to affect lives of others remember that one of the most important basis for the interaction should be LIFE TO LIFE first before anything else.

Just an excellent source to understand how Buddhism is always and more each day in our every day lives!

Buddhist philosopher Daisaku Ikeda (President of the Soka Gakkai International), molecular biologist Rene Simard, and Guy Bourgeault (a professor specializing in bioethics and education) are three of the world's most eminent educators, philosophers, and scientists. The come together in mutual conversations to offer expert but divergent viewpoints (Japanese Buddhism, Western Humanism, and Modern Medical Science) in their diverse explorations of contemporary issues involving human health, disease, death, and modern philosophies on living. From controversial issues such as cancer, AIDS, Death with Dignity, in virtro fertilization, and more, these three articulate and erudite men provide a commentary hallmarked with insight, experience, and expertise as they explore the ethics of a rapidly evolving medicine and biotechnology and their effect on people and people's lives. On Being Human is an inherently fascinating, seminally important and timely contribution to the study of ethics, medicine, and contemporary spirituality.