Morals and society in Asian philosophy

Morals and society in Asian philosophy

By Brian Carr

Book Description

This thoughtful collection emerges from the inaugural gathering of the European Society for Asian Philosophy, bringing together scholarly insights from diverse Eastern philosophical traditions. Drawing from Indian, Chinese, Japanese, and Islamic wisdom, the volume examines how ancient and contemporary thinkers have approached fundamental questions about right living and social harmony.

At its heart, this work bridges the gap between philosophical reflection and practical guidance for daily life. The contributors explore how different Asian traditions have grappled with essential questions that resonate across cultures: How should we conduct ourselves in our relationships and communities? What principles can guide us toward more ethical living? How can societies organize themselves to promote human flourishing?

Rather than treating philosophy as an abstract academic exercise, this collection demonstrates how Eastern thought traditions offer concrete wisdom for navigating moral choices and social responsibilities. The diverse perspectives presented reveal both the unique insights of each tradition and the universal human concerns that connect philosophical inquiry across cultures.

For readers seeking to understand how Eastern philosophy addresses practical questions of ethics and social living, this volume offers accessible entry points into rich intellectual traditions. The work serves as both an introduction to Asian moral philosophy and an invitation to consider how these ancient insights might inform contemporary approaches to personal conduct and community life.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~5 hours)

📄 Length: 174 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore Moraal
  • ✓ Explore Morale
  • ✓ Explore Social sciences
  • ✓ Explore Congrès
  • ✓ Explore yoga philosophy and practice
  • ✓ Understand spiritual ethics
  • ✓ Explore Individu en samenleving
  • ✓ Explore Indische filosofie

Topics Covered

Moraal Morale Social sciences Congrès Yoga Ethics Individu en samenleving Indische filosofie Social Philosophie orientale Congresses Philosophy, asian Oriental Ethics Asian Philosophy Ethik Chinese filosofie Ethics & Moral Philosophy Boeddhisme Kongress Ethiek Valeurs (philosophie) Social ethics PHILOSOPHY

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