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Application of Phenomenological Method in Buddhist Studies

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DOI: 10.23977/jsoce.2025.070310 | Downloads: 8 | Views: 199

Author(s)

Yu Qian 1

Affiliation(s)

1 College of State Governance, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400715, China

Corresponding Author

Yu Qian

ABSTRACT

Using the phenomenological method to interpret and practice Buddhist thought, this approach focuses on explaining core concepts such as dependent origination and emptiness theory, and their deepening impact on the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. It aims to establish a dialogue framework between phenomenology and Buddhist thought. Through literature review and theoretical comparison, it particularly highlights the potential connection between the phenomenological subtraction and Buddhist meditation practices. By accurately depicting the positions of perception and consciousness in both philosophical systems, it interprets Buddhist epistemology from a phenomenological perspective, revealing the similarities and differences in their methodologies for exploring the essence of 'reality.' Additionally, it analyzes how the phenomenological method reinterprets Buddhist practices, which is valuable for enhancing the understanding and development of epistemology in both philosophical identities through cross-cultural and cross-school exchanges. The phenomenological method and Buddhist thought, when analyzed equally in epistemology and praxis, exhibit a remarkable complementarity and the potential for deep integration.

KEYWORDS

Phenomenological Method; Buddhist Thought; Theory of Causality; Theory of Emptiness

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Yu Qian, Application of Phenomenological Method in Buddhist Studies. Journal of Sociology and Ethnology (2025) Vol. 7: 74-79. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/jsoce.2025.070310.

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