Reflective Reading and Discussion: AI and Humanity
Details
This is a free event proudly supported by Mindful Peace Adacemy
In the following Saturdays, we will read the book
In the Age of Artificial Intelligence,
Where Is Humanity Headed?
This is a dialogue between one of the most profound Buddhist monk and educators Master Jiqun, and philosopher Zhou Guoping.
Key topics include
I AI’s Threats to Humanity
II Knowing Yourself
III What Is the Value of Life?
IV Does Buddhism Deny Practical Happiness?
V How to Calm the Mind?
VI Human Nature and Buddha-Nature
VII Benefiting Oneself and Benefiting Others
VIII From Empathy to Compassion
IX The Importance of Understanding Human Nature
and the Human Mind
🧘 Session Flow
- A short guided body scan meditation to help us arrive and settle
- Group reading (we read aloud in turns — optional participation)
- A few minutes of silent reflection
- Open sharing and discussion of insights, thoughts, and experiences.
Each person’s sharing helps deepen and broaden our understanding. You’re always welcome to simply listen and observe — no pressure to speak.
Time: 1pm-2.30p on each Saturday
Location: Online via Zoom
Meeting ID will be released after registration.