Good citizens
Book Description
In an era of increasing global division, renowned spiritual teacher Thích Nhất Hạnh presents a transformative vision for creating harmony across cultural and political boundaries. Drawing from fundamental Buddhist wisdom while transcending religious terminology, this accessible guide offers practical pathways toward building an enlightened society rooted in compassion and mindful action.
The author explores how our interconnected world requires new approaches to communication and shared ethical foundations. Rather than accepting the false separations created by dualistic thinking, he demonstrates how recognizing our common moral ground can bridge divides between different faiths, political affiliations, and cultural backgrounds.
Readers will discover concrete tools for practicing nonviolence in daily life, cultivating generosity, and developing the arts of deep listening and loving speech. These skills become essential for resolving conflicts and reestablishing understanding when disagreements escalate. The book addresses root causes of discrimination while examining various forms of violence that permeate economic, social, and personal relationships.
Central to this work is a modernized presentation of ethical guidelines that speak to contemporary realities while remaining universally applicable across traditions. The author envisions an international movement based on mindful consumption, right action, and genuine solidarity.
This timely offering transcends partisan politics and religious boundaries, providing a nondenominational blueprint for anyone seeking to contribute meaningfully to world peace and planetary preservation through personal transformation and community engagement.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~4 hours)
📄 Length: 129 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore timeless philosophical wisdom
- ✓ Cultivate inner peace
- ✓ Explore Values
- ✓ Understand Buddhist philosophy and practice
- ✓ Explore PHILOSOPHY
- ✓ Understand spiritual ethics
- ✓ Explore Buddhism, relations
- ✓ Explore PHILOSOPHY / Ethics & Moral Philosophy
