Engaged Buddhism in the West

by Christopher S. Queen (Editor)

Engaged Buddhism is founded on the belief that genuine spiritual practice requires an active involvement in society. Engaged Buddhism in the West illuminates the evolution of this new chapter in the Buddhist tradition - including its history, leadership, and teachings - and addresses issues such as violence and peace, race and gender, homelessness, prisons, and the environment.

Eighteen new studies explore the activism of renowned leaders and organizations, such as Thich Nhat Hanh, Bernard Glassman, Joanna Macy, the Buddhist Peace Fellowship, and the Free Tibet Movement, and the emergence of a new Buddhism in North America, Europe, South Africa, and Australia.

Genres: Buddhism, Politics, Religion, Philosophy

560 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 1995

Reviews

[Ihor Kolesnyk · Rating 4 out of 5]

Можна дізнатися про соціальний і політичний активізм буддистів. На відміну від традиційних вірян, буддисти на Заході постійно перебувають у центрі процесів.

[Akhilathero · Rating 5 out of 5]

I recommend to read everyone who lie to study this subject in the world.