The International Scientific Conference "Buddhism in a Changing World" is taking place at the Institute of Mongolian Studies, Buddhism, and Tibetan Studies of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences as part of the II International Buddhist Forum "Traditional Buddhism and Modern Challenges" on August 12 in Ulan-Ude.
Speakers at the event include doctors of science, professors, scholars, and experts from Mongolia, Kalmykia, and Ulan-Ude, while attendees comprise representatives from 15 countries participating in the forum and 40 regions of Russia. These attendees include representatives from academia, university faculty, scholars from regions where Buddhism is a major religious belief, historians, political scientists, specialists, and students. The conference's work is divided into four sections: "Buddhist studies in Russia and in the world: experience, problems, and prospects," "Buddhist sources and Buddhist philosophy," "The History of Buddhism," and "Science and Buddhism."
The participants were welcomed by Aldar Gulgenov, Deputy Chairman of the Government of Buryatia and Head of the Administration of the Head and Government of Buryatia.
"Some changes bring joy and hope, while others cause anxiety and concern for the future of our planet. Not all traditions preserved by humanity should be blindly discarded. Buddhist traditions have proven their strength and effectiveness. Today, at this scientific-practical conference, we will discuss many relevant issues regarding the history of Buddhism, its theory, practice, and interaction with modern science," noted Aldar Gulgenov.
The relevance of the event was also emphasized by Boris Bazarov, Director of the Institute of Mongolian Studies, Buddhism, and Tibetan Studies of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and Doctor of Historical Sciences.
"We decided to start the business program with a scientific conference based on the experience of last year's forum: to develop optimal, agreed-upon solutions for further international cooperation and to more accurately define the directions for the development of Buddhism in the modern world. We note that in just one year, the situation has radically changed but is developing in a direction that many of us anticipated last year. The world is changing, the conditions for our development are changing, but at the same time, a new foundation is emerging that allows us to return to the deep roots of Buddhist teachings. This allows us to comprehensively examine modern human relationships, from simple everyday aspects of existence to the highest categories defined in our most advanced philosophy today," emphasized Boris Bazarov.
On August 13, forum delegates will gather for a plenary session titled "Traditional Buddhism and Modern Challenges," where topics such as Buddhist education, Buddhism and consciousness, traditions of oriental medicine and modern life, Buddhism and ecology, and values of Buddhist and national culture will be discussed. A resolution will be adopted across all discussion platforms, outlining plans for further work.
The II International Buddhist Forum “Traditional Buddhism and Modern Challenges” is being held in Buryatia from August 12 to 14, 2024, at the initiative of the Head of Buryatia, Alexey Tsydenov, with the support of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The forum aims to create a new platform for international dialogue and comprehensive discussions on the development of Buddhism, Buddhist culture, philosophy, and practice, while promoting scientific, educational, and cultural cooperation among Buddhist organizations from different countries. The forum will be attended by representatives from 15 countries: Bangladesh, Belarus, Brazil, Bhutan, Vietnam, India, Cambodia, China, Laos, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Japan. The total number of participants is expected to exceed 600.
The forum is organized by the Buddhist Traditional Sangha of Russia, the Government of the Republic of Buryatia, and the Foundation for the Promotion of Buddhist Education and Research, with support from the Roscongress Foundation.
Speakers at the event include doctors of science, professors, scholars, and experts from Mongolia, Kalmykia, and Ulan-Ude, while attendees comprise representatives from 15 countries participating in the forum and 40 regions of Russia. These attendees include representatives from academia, university faculty, scholars from regions where Buddhism is a major religious belief, historians, political scientists, specialists, and students. The conference's work is divided into four sections: "Buddhist studies in Russia and in the world: experience, problems, and prospects," "Buddhist sources and Buddhist philosophy," "The History of Buddhism," and "Science and Buddhism."
The participants were welcomed by Aldar Gulgenov, Deputy Chairman of the Government of Buryatia and Head of the Administration of the Head and Government of Buryatia.
"Some changes bring joy and hope, while others cause anxiety and concern for the future of our planet. Not all traditions preserved by humanity should be blindly discarded. Buddhist traditions have proven their strength and effectiveness. Today, at this scientific-practical conference, we will discuss many relevant issues regarding the history of Buddhism, its theory, practice, and interaction with modern science," noted Aldar Gulgenov.
The relevance of the event was also emphasized by Boris Bazarov, Director of the Institute of Mongolian Studies, Buddhism, and Tibetan Studies of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and Doctor of Historical Sciences.
"We decided to start the business program with a scientific conference based on the experience of last year's forum: to develop optimal, agreed-upon solutions for further international cooperation and to more accurately define the directions for the development of Buddhism in the modern world. We note that in just one year, the situation has radically changed but is developing in a direction that many of us anticipated last year. The world is changing, the conditions for our development are changing, but at the same time, a new foundation is emerging that allows us to return to the deep roots of Buddhist teachings. This allows us to comprehensively examine modern human relationships, from simple everyday aspects of existence to the highest categories defined in our most advanced philosophy today," emphasized Boris Bazarov.
On August 13, forum delegates will gather for a plenary session titled "Traditional Buddhism and Modern Challenges," where topics such as Buddhist education, Buddhism and consciousness, traditions of oriental medicine and modern life, Buddhism and ecology, and values of Buddhist and national culture will be discussed. A resolution will be adopted across all discussion platforms, outlining plans for further work.
The II International Buddhist Forum “Traditional Buddhism and Modern Challenges” is being held in Buryatia from August 12 to 14, 2024, at the initiative of the Head of Buryatia, Alexey Tsydenov, with the support of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The forum aims to create a new platform for international dialogue and comprehensive discussions on the development of Buddhism, Buddhist culture, philosophy, and practice, while promoting scientific, educational, and cultural cooperation among Buddhist organizations from different countries. The forum will be attended by representatives from 15 countries: Bangladesh, Belarus, Brazil, Bhutan, Vietnam, India, Cambodia, China, Laos, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Japan. The total number of participants is expected to exceed 600.
The forum is organized by the Buddhist Traditional Sangha of Russia, the Government of the Republic of Buryatia, and the Foundation for the Promotion of Buddhist Education and Research, with support from the Roscongress Foundation.
