Description: Eastern spirituality and utilitarian philosophy meet in these unique dialogues between a Buddhist monastic and a moral philosopherLively debate on such issues as animal welfare, gender equality, the death penalty, and moreThis eye-opening read spans the foundations of ethics and key Buddhist concepts. Professor Peter Singer is a world-renowned moral philosopher and preeminent voice in bioethics whose writings have helped shape the animal rights and effective altruism movements. Venerable Shih Chao-Hwei of Taiwan is a Buddhist monastic and social activist who's been a key figure in the Buddhist gender equality movement. This unlikely duo came together in conversation at a meditation retreat center in 2016 and continued discussions in writing. They shed light on the intersection of philosophy, religion, and day-to-day life. The result is an honest and open exchange of ideas with thought-provoking perspectives onsex,abortion,euthanasia,war, and more.The eight dialogues collected are genuine and intimate-and their words have been presented here to offer readers a glimpse into this rare and fascinating exchange on how to make the world a better place.
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EAN: 9781645472179
UPC: 9781645472179
ISBN: 9781645472179
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Book Title: Buddhist and the Ethicist : Conversations on Effective Altruism, Engaged Buddhism, and How to Build a Better World
Number of Pages: 264 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Shambhala Publications, Incorporated
Topic: Ethics & Moral Philosophy, Buddhist, Motivational & Inspirational, Movements / Utilitarianism
Item Height: 0.7 in
Publication Year: 2023
Genre: Philosophy, Self-Help
Item Weight: 12.4 Oz
Author: Peter Singer, Shih Chao-Hwei
Item Length: 8.5 in
Item Width: 5.5 in
Format: Trade Paperback
