Buddhism and ecology
Book Description
In a world grappling with environmental crisis, ancient Buddhist wisdom offers profound insights for healing our relationship with the natural world. This comprehensive exploration reveals how Buddhism's foundational teaching of dependent origination illuminates the deep interconnectedness of all life forms, providing a spiritual framework for understanding our place within the web of existence.
Drawing from Buddhism's rich cultural diversity across different traditions and regions, this scholarly examination uncovers how Buddhist principles can inform contemporary environmental ethics. The authors demonstrate how the doctrine of interrelatedness serves as more than philosophical concept, showing its practical application through real-world examples of socially engaged Buddhist environmental projects spanning from Asia to the United States.
Beyond theoretical discussion, this work addresses the practical challenges and opportunities of applying Buddhist teachings to environmental action. Through careful analysis of both prospects and problems, readers discover how ancient wisdom traditions can serve as resources for modern ecological consciousness.
Originally developed from discussions at Harvard University's Center for the Study of World Religions, this thorough investigation offers both depth and accessibility for anyone seeking to understand how spiritual practice and environmental stewardship can work together. Whether you are a Buddhist practitioner, environmental advocate, or simply someone exploring the intersection of spirituality and ecology, this book provides valuable perspectives on cultivating reciprocity with the natural world through contemplative understanding.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~13 hours)
📄 Length: 467 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Aspect religieux
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Understand Buddhist philosophy and practice
- ✓ Explore Buddhism
- ✓ Explore Écologie
- ✓ Explore Milieuethiek
- ✓ Explore Økologi
- ✓ Understand ecological consciousness
