LONGEVITY IN THE PERSPECTIVE OF BUDDHISM AND MODERN MEDICINE

Abstract

This academic article focuses on exploring practices for longevity in Buddhism and modern medicine, and how these two approaches can complement and support each other, and to promote overall well-being and longevity. The issue of longevity from the perspective of Buddhism and modern medicine is an interesting one to study in order to understand ways of life that can lead to a long, healthy life. In Buddhism, longevity is associated with the practices of the dharma, the practice of meditation, and living a mindful life, which are important factors in creating good health and a long life. Modern medicine, on the other hand, has developed scientific studies and technologies for increasing life spans, such as genetic research, changes in health care practice, and environmental management, in order to create the conditions for longevity. This paper seeks to understand the ways in which the knowledge and practices of Buddhism and modern medicine converge in creating good health and a long life span, and how this might impact the way we approach our own lives in all its aspects.