Prologue - Chapter 2 Summary and Analysis

"The Universe in a Single Atom" by the Dalai Lama is an exploration of the connection between science and spirituality. The book is based on 40 years of study with great scientific minds, according to the Dalai Lama. In this book, the Dalai Lama addresses the importance of embracing science, understanding that it does not take away from religion.

As the book opens, the Dalai Lama points out that he never trained in science personally. His knowledge of science came from reading news coverages and meeting with scientists. Over time, as he listened to thoughts on theories and new discoveries, he attempted to grasp underlying methods and models of scientific thought. Of key importance to him was an understanding of how science influenced human values and ethics.

The Dalai Lama's explorations of science included studies in cosmology, subatomic...