The Universe in a Single Atom: The Convergence of Science and Spirituality Audiobook

" Some good information about the roots and purposes of Buddhism. Also, the parallels and constrasts between some aspects of physics and Buddhism were interesting. "

" Well, it's prettey effin' dense but extremely engaging. I maybe only really absorbed about 40 percent of it. I recommend this to anyone who thinks that testtubes and laboratories is all that's needed to discovering truth or to anyone who thinks science is just a way to disprove God or whatever. I guess the big thing I got out of this book is that a chair is never just a chair and EVERYTHING is related. "

" Extremely interesting and a must read. "

" wow, the dalai lama rocks! who would have thought physics could be so close to our own experiences? "

" This was the first book by the Dali Lama I've ever read, so I did find it interesting. But to be truthful, it was a bit over my head. I really enjoyed some of the more personal side of the Lama. It was cool to see another portrayal of him, than what I always assumed, or expected. I just felt sort of lost in certain parts. I will definitely read it once or twice more and that may, or may not change my opinion. I would recommend this book for people who are genuinely interested in an insider peak at the life of the Lama, but not really anyone else. I read it more out of philosophical curiousity, and as mentioned above, at times felt swallowed up. "

" A lucid monologue on the intersections between Buddhism and science, though when His Holiness wrote science he meant mostly physics, cosmology, and some psychology. As with all of the Dalai Lama's books I've read, I enjoyed following his arguments. I'd say I learned some things about Buddhism and science, though my takeaway is more related to the way the Dalai Lama stays connected to the world. The things he learns from world-class scientists and scholarly monks are presented in a way that shows his obvious interest in the subject matter; how the ongoing pursuit of scientific knowledge relates to him, and to us. A good read for Dalai Lama fans. "

" Pretty thought-provoking book overall, but nothing too hardcore. I had several misconceptions about Buddhism that were corrected. It really is more of a logical philosophy than a religion. "

" too technical--very dry and hard to get through "

" Very honest book. This should be an example for other religious leaders "

" I was just too confused with the concepts and details in this book. I really gave it an honest effort and read as much as I could. This is probably the first book in 8 years that I have started and not finished. I just didn't have it in me. "

" A wonderful exploration of the world in a new way for me. The Dalai Lama makes science at once very personal and very universal. I had to reread several of these chapters multiple times, and I really enjoyed trying to wrap my tiny mind around these large ideas. "

" With all due respect to the Dalai Lama, I cannot keep up with the complexity of his thoughts or reasoning. A disappointment, because I usually find comparative religious topics very interesting. I just couldn't get through it. "

" In his own humorous way, the Dalai Lama gives an excellent account of science and buddhism, and how the two could work together. "

" I call this line of thinking 'the quantum leap'... "

" The Dalai Lama is the only major world religious figure to fully embrace science and rejoice in what it can teach us about ourselves, our universe and our spirits. "

" I love this man. His mind, his countenance, his purity of spirit- everything about him is curious and beautiful and this book shows us a glimpse of his brilliance. "

" Interesting and challenging topic. I like the idea of reconciliation of science and faith and this book does okay in its attempt. "

" Dalai Lama...what else can ya say. "

" Fascinating book that blends and talks to Buddism and science. "

" In Dutch readed. Fine book. Later more maybe here "

" Excellent, excellent, excellent book. A spiritual leader who has a passion for science and is more than willing to discard traditional beliefs if science proves they aren't possible. This is a great read from a philosophical, spiritual and scientific perspective. "

" Once again, this man demonstrates exactly what a human can be. Explores, through a re-telling of his own intellectual journey, the boundaries between belief and empiricism. "

" This book is about my two favorite subjects. It was a no brainier that I would love it. "

" This was an interesting read, but about 50 pages too long. Would have greatly improved in persuasiveness from a bit of brevity. "

" Pretty damn good so far, more later "