Arts & Ideas East West religious connections
Jan 31, 2024
Explore the convergence of Eastern and Western perspectives on the mind and spirit, differences between Western and Eastern Christian traditions, Western fascination with Asian religious traditions, controversial beliefs and the intersection of ancient myths with contemporary ideas. Also, delve into the importance of presence and absence in Eastern Christian icons, the city of Calcutta's influence on new ways of thinking, and Ramahan Roy's impact in presenting Asian traditions to the West.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Division Between the Secular West and Spiritual East
01:41 • 2min
Exploring Asian Religious Traditions and Western Fascination
03:30 • 13min
Exploring Origin's Legacy and Controversial Beliefs
16:09 • 2min
The Intersection of Ancient Myths and Contemporary Ideas
18:00 • 10min
Presence and Absence in Eastern Christian Icons
27:54 • 15min
Calcutta, Ramahan Roy, and the East-West Dichotomy
43:03 • 3min