Summary:
The book presents a secular approach to Buddhist practice, focusing on practical aspects of mindfulness and ethical living without the metaphysical beliefs traditionally associated with Buddhism. It encourages readers to engage with Buddhist philosophy as a way to address the existential challenges of the human condition, emphasizing personal experience and understanding over dogmatic adherence to religious doctrine.
Key points:
1. Agnosticism: Batchelor stresses agnosticism in Buddhism, encouraging personal truth-seeking and questioning, including Buddhist teachings.
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