Dharma Rain: Sources of Buddhist EnvironmentalismIn this collection of Buddhist and Buddhist-inspired writings on the environment, readers are invited to explore teachings and wisdom on universal compassion and reverence for the natural world. Through a rich tapestry of stories, teachings, and thinkers the book examines the interconnectedness of all life, illustrating how Buddhist principles can guide us in addressing modern ecological and societal challenges. From the compassionate acts of Milarepa to the Dalai Lama’s advocacy for environmental preservation, the narrative offers a deep reflection on how inner transformation can lead to global change. Chapters provide invaluable insight on the Buddhist understanding of non-duality, where the boundaries between self and environment dissolve, fostering a sense of unity and responsibility toward all beings. Contributors engage in thoughtful explorations of how cultivating compassion, wisdom, and a balanced relationship with nature can lead to personal liberation and societal harmony, thus challenging conventional perceptions of freedom and happiness and encouraging a shift from material acquisition to inner growth and fulfillment. For those seeking a path of mindfulness and environmental stewardship, this book is a beacon of hope and inspiration. It not only educates but also empowers readers to embrace a new way of thinking—one that fosters peaceful coexistence with the Earth. Dharma Rain serves as a transformative read for anyone passionate about living in harmony with the world around them. |
Contents
Teachings from Buddhist Traditions | 9 |
A TreeSpirit Joins the Assembly of Monks Buddhaghosa | 21 |
Lovingkindness Metta Sutta | 29 |
The Hunter and the Deer Milarepa | 35 |
nature as teacher or refuge | 43 |
One Truth Countless Teachings Huayen Sutra | 49 |
Haiku in the Rain Basho Buson Shiki | 56 |
Mountains and Waters Sutra Dogen | 65 |
Encouraging Words for Activists Joanna Macy | 252 |
Renunciation and Daring Chögyam Trungpa | 261 |
Meeting the Dralas Jeremy Hayward | 271 |
DEFENDING SENTIENT BEINGS | 278 |
The Rainforest as Teacher John Seed | 286 |
Guarding the Earth Joanna Macy | 293 |
HOME PRACTICE WILD PRACTICE | 303 |
Meditating with Mountains and Rivers Patrick McMahon | 312 |
Poetry of Daito Daito | 77 |
The Sun My Heart Thich Nhat Hanh | 83 |
Early Buddhist Attitudes toward Nature Lily de Silva | 91 |
Thoughts on the Jatakas Rafe Martin | 104 |
Buddhism with a Small b Sulak Sivaraksa | 117 |
Blue Mountains Constantly Walking Gary Snyder | 125 |
River Seeing the River John Daido Loori | 141 |
The Third Turning of the Wheel Joanna Macy | 150 |
Buddhism in the World | 161 |
Buddhist Solutions for the Twentyfirst Century Prayudh Payutto | 170 |
The Religion of Consumerism Sulak Sivaraksa | 178 |
buddhist countries in environmental | 191 |
Tree Ordination in Thailand Susan M Darlington | 198 |
Dhamma Walk around Songkhla Lake Santikaro Bhikkhu | 206 |
Resisting the Yadana Gas Pipeline Parvel Gmuzdek | 216 |
The Agony of Tibet Galen Rowell | 222 |
Make Tibet a Zone of Peace The Dalai Lama | 231 |
Environmental Activism | 237 |
Zen Work Norman Fischer | 246 |
In Search of the Snow Leopard Peter Matthiessen | 319 |
City Practice and Bush Practice Kuya Minogue | 329 |
Garden Practice Wendy Johnson | 335 |
Vegetarianism as Practice Philip Glass | 342 |
CHALLENGES | 353 |
Notes for a Buddhist Politics William Ophuls | 369 |
Deep Ecology and Political Activism Bill Devall | 379 |
Nuclear Ecology and Engaged Buddhism Kenneth Kraft | 393 |
Population Consumption and the Environment Rita M Gross | 409 |
Envisioning the Future Robert Aitken | 423 |
Introduction | 441 |
Meal Verses Thich Nhat Hanh | 448 |
Apple Meditation Wendy Johnson | 465 |
Verses for Environmental Practice Robert Aitken | 471 |
A Love Letter Nanao Sakaki | 477 |
Contributors | 487 |
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Dharma Rain: Sources of Buddhist Environmentalism Stephanie Kaza,Kenneth Kraft No preview available - 2000 |
Dharma Rain: Sources of Buddhist Environmentalism Stephanie Kaza,Kenneth Kraft No preview available - 2000 |
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