Population, Consumption, and the Environment

By Harold G. Coward

Book Description

In an era where environmental challenges intersect with spiritual questions, this comprehensive exploration examines how the world's major religious traditions address humanity's relationship with the natural world. Harold G. Coward presents a thoughtful investigation into how different faith systems understand and respond to critical issues of population growth and resource consumption.

The book begins by establishing the natural and human contexts before diving into both religious and secular perspectives on environmental stewardship. Through careful analysis of sacred texts and teachings, readers discover how various traditions define humanity's place within creation and outline our responsibilities toward the Earth.

The religious journey spans Aboriginal spirituality, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Chinese spiritual traditions. Each section reveals how scriptures and historical teachings address environmental concerns, offering practical wisdom for contemporary challenges. The exploration extends beyond ancient texts to examine how these faiths have historically approached ecological issues and what guidance they provide for current problems.

Complementing the religious perspectives, the book also investigates secular approaches including ethical frameworks, global economic relationships, market dynamics, women's roles in environmental issues, and international legal structures.

This multifaceted examination provides readers with a rich understanding of how diverse worldviews approach one of humanity's most pressing concerns. Whether seeking spiritual guidance or broader perspective on environmental ethics, readers will find valuable insights for navigating the complex relationship between human needs and planetary well-being.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~9 hours)

📄 Length: 319 pages

What You'll Discover

✓ Explore Effect of human beings on
✓ Explore Droits
✓ Explore Organisation
✓ Explore Sciences humaines
✓ Explore Humanities
✓ Explore Economics
✓ Understand spiritual ethics
✓ Explore Conservation of Natural Resources

Topics Covered

Effect of human beings on Droits Organisation Sciences humaines Humanities Economics Ethics Conservation of Natural Resources Social Sciences Social Psychology Densité Politique démographique Santé publique Population Control Religion (discipline) Health Planning Comparative Religion Religion Psychologie sociale Public Health Psychiatry and Psychology Health Care Quality, Access, and Evaluation Anthropology, Education, Sociology and Social Phenomena Health Resources Population Density Contrôle social Demography Population Dynamics Administration Influence sur la nature Moral and ethical aspects Population policy Social control Régulation des naissances Population Characteristics Sociology Aspect religieux Patient Care Management Population Delivery of Health Care Ecological and Environmental Phenomena Women's Rights Business & Economics Économie politique Epidemiologic Measurements Conservation des ressources naturelles Femmes Methods Démographie Public Policy Social Control Policies Biological Phenomena Homme Philosophie Environment and Public Health Environment Planification Consumption (Economics) Technology, Industry, Agriculture Human Rights Formal Social Control Organization and Administration Medical care Prestation de soins Philosophy Morals Sociologie Droits de l'homme (Droit international) Legislation as Topic Nature Phenomena and Processes Policy Umweltethik Services de santé Religious aspects Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms Sciences sociales Aspect de l'environnement Birth control Health Care Economics and Organizations Human beings, effect of environment on Environmental aspects Health Services Administration Organization Technology, Industry, and Agriculture Socioeconomic Factors