Join us for an insightful and eye-opening evening with Professor Pierce Salguero as we explore the historical connections between Buddhism and health across cultures and time. In this special public talk, Professor Salguero shares his research on the diverse healing methods practiced in Buddhist traditions and how they continue to influence modern approaches to well-being.
This event offers a rare opportunity to look beyond contemporary mindfulness and rediscover the rich tapestry of Buddhist medical knowledge—shedding light on how ancient wisdom, ethical care, and spiritual practices have long intersected with the pursuit of health and healing.
Date: Wednesday, 18 June 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Venue: Poh Ming Tse Temple, Singapore (Level 2 Classroom)
Admission: Free (Registration required)
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/dQAmnJi32G
🌍 A global historical perspective on Buddhist approaches to medicine and healing
📚 Insights into traditional and cross-cultural Buddhist healing practices
🧠 Reflections on the limits of modern mindfulness in understanding Buddhist health traditions
💬 An open space for academic and personal reflection on the integration of spirituality and health
Professor Pierce Salguero is a trans-disciplinary scholar of health humanities, specialising in the historical and contemporary intersections between Buddhism, medicine, and cross-cultural exchange. He holds a Ph.D. in History of Medicine from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and teaches at Penn State University’s Abington College. His work is internationally recognised for bridging the worlds of Buddhist studies, medical history, and global health.
This is a must-attend event for students of Buddhism, wellness professionals, and anyone curious about how ancient healing wisdom can inform today’s search for holistic well-being.
✨ Come with curiosity. Leave with a broader understanding of healing.
