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The devotion of Matthieu Ricard (2009)

The devotion of Matthieu Ricard (2009)

Documentary
Release Date: 2009, May 1
Directors: Babeth M. VanLoo, George Schouten
Countries: France, Netherlands, Nepal

Overview:

This documentary examines the life of Matthieu Ricard, who left a promising career as a geneticist in France to pursue his passion for spiritual growth. More than 30 years later, Ricard is a noted humanitarian, photographer and Buddhist monk. After studying with renowned teacher Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche, Ricard established his own methods of advancing the practice of meditation, and as a scientist, he maps the brain's activity under meditation.