Author: Publisher:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 101
Book Description
Environmental Doctrines of Jainism
Author: Jainism and Environmental Philosophy
Author: Aidan RankinPublisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1351375458
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
Environmental policy agendas, activism and academic research into ecological questions are all predominantly derived from the philosophical perspectives of the West. At national and global levels, environmental policy-makers tend to work according to Western-based methodologies. At the same time, emergent or developing economies are profoundly affected by the issues they address, including air pollution, rapid urban expansion, habitat loss and climate change. If environmental awareness, and the policies that stem from it, are to have a lasting global impact, it is important that non-Western voices are heard in their own right, and not merely as adjuncts of Western-led agendas. Jain thought is a useful case study of a system of values in which environmental protection and the idea of a ‘web of life’ are central, but which has evolved in India independently of Western environmentalism. This book describes and explains Jain environmental philosophy, placing it in its cultural and historical context while comparing and contrasting with more familiar or ‘mainstream’ forms of ecological thought. It will also show how this thought translates into practice, with an emphasis on the role of environmental concerns within the business and commercial practices of Jain communities. Finally, the book examines the extent to which Jain ideas about environmental protection and interconnectedness have universal relevance. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of environmental ethics, sustainable business and economics, environmental policy, and Jainism.
Jainism and Ecology
Author: Christopher Key ChapplePublisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publishe
ISBN: 9788120820456
Category : Ahiṃsā
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Jainism and Environmental Politics
Author: Aidan RankinPublisher: Routledge
ISBN: 0429576692
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 87
Book Description
This book explores the ways in which the ecologically centred Indian philosophy of Jainism could introduce a new and non-western methodology to environmental politics, with the potential to help the green movement find new audiences and a new voice. Aidan Rankin begins with a description of the ideas and principles that distinguish Jainism from other Indian (and western) philosophies. He goes on to compare and contrast these principles with those of current environmental politics and to demonstrate the specific ways in which Jain ideas can assist in driving the movement forward. These include the reduction of material consumption, the ethical conduct of business within sustainable limits, and the avoidance of exploitative relationships with fellow humans, animals and ecosystems. Overall, the book argues that Jain pluralism could be a powerful tool for engaging non-western societies with environmental politics, allowing for an inclusive approach to a global ecological problem. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of environmental politics, environmental philosophy, comparative religions and Jainism.
Environmental Awareness in Jainism
Author: Geetha RamanujamPublisher:
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Category : Ecology
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
Lectures delivered at Chennai on 7th February 2005.
Jainism And Ecology Non Violence In The Web Of Life
Author: Christopher Key Chapple Ed.Publisher:
ISBN: 9788120820456
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
In the struggle to sustain the earth's environment as viable for future generation, environment studies have, thus far, left religion unprobed, in contrast to the emphasis given to science and technology. Yet, no understanding of the environment is adequate without a grasp of the religious life that constitutes human societies. As all encompassing, religious ideas not just content with other ideas as equals; they frame the mind set within which all sorts of ideas commingle in a cosmology. Built on the premise that religions of the world maybe instrumental in addressing moral dilemmas created by environmental crisis, this book discusses Jain Cosmology, its Ethics and worldview. The voices included reflect a wide spectrum of approaches. This book in the S.L. Jain Research Series, intends to expand this discussion, inviting further collaboration on a topic of common concern-the fate of the Earth as a religious responsibility.
Hinduism and Ecology
Author: Ranchor PrimePublisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publ.
ISBN: 9788120812499
Category : Human ecology
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Hinduism and Ecology looks at the environmental values of the Hindu tradition--its past and present teachings and practices. In it the author speaks to prominent Hindu environment activists and thinkers, presents their ideas and explains what they are doing. The book is complementary to Buddhism and Ecology also published by Motilal Banarsidass Publishers Private Limited.
Environmental Ethics
Author: O. P. DwivediPublisher:
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Category : Environmental ethics
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
Life Force
Author: Michael TobiasPublisher: Jain Publishing Company
ISBN: 0875730809
Category : Ahiṃsā
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
Outside India, little is known of Jainism, one of the oldest religions in the world; a gentle faith whose ancient precepts have always nurtured an ecological way of life, and which numbers today nearly ten million adherents. At the root of Jainism's compassionate philosophy is the practice of ahimsa, meaning non-violence, an approach to the world that greatly influenced Mahatma Gandhi. Today, with the earth's environment and everyone of its species under constant siege, Jainism has more of a role to play than ever before. In this accessible and thought-provoking portrait of a religion, the Jain antidotes to human violence and environmental abuse come elegantly and persuasively to light.
Living Jainism
Author: Aidan D. RankinPublisher: John Hunt Publishing
ISBN: 1780999119
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 215
Book Description
Living Jainism explores a system of thought that unites ethics with rational thought, in which each individual is his or her own guru and social conscience extends beyond human society to animals, plants and the whole of the natural world. The Jain Dharma is a humane and scientific spiritual pathway that has universal significance. With the re-emergence of India as a world power, Jain wisdom deserves to be better known so that it can play a creative role in global affairs. Living Jainism reveals the relevance of Jain teachings to scientific research and human society, as well as our journey towards understanding ourselves and our place in the universe. ,
