The event is aimed at deepening the dialogue between scholars of contemplative religious practice and neuroscientists interested in the effect of those regimens on the brain.
LISAR and CIHM will explore whether Dr. Richard Davidson’s groundbreaking work with Tibetan Buddhist meditation can be meaningfully expanded to include the Abrahamic Faiths—Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
Later that evening, a public panel (registration required) entitled "This Is Your Brain on Religion" will take place at 7:30 PM in 2122 Grainger Hall.
Panelists include:
- Elliot Wolfson, Abraham Lieberman Professor of Hebrew and Judaic Studies, NYU
- Andrew Dreitcer, Co-Director of the Center for Engaged Compassion, Associate Professor of Spirituality, Claremont School of Theology
- Vincent Cornell, Asa G. Candler Professor of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies, Emory University
- John Dunne, Associate Professor of Religion, Emory University
- Michael Spezio, Assistant Professor of Psychology, Scripps College
During this event, the participating religionists and neuroscientists will summarize discussions from the earlier symposium and invite the audience to further the conversation.
This panel will also be live-streamed—check the LISAR website for more details.
The Isthmus Society is also a sponsor of what should be a very thought-provoking day and evening.