Buddhism, ethics and society : the conflicts and dilemmas of our times

Padmasiri De Silva
Clayton, Vic. : Monash Asia Institute, 2002

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Book description
With an emphasis on cross-cultural understanding, Professorr Padmasiri de Silva shares the Buddhist approach to contemporary ethical issues, such as environmental degradation, racism, workplace relations, violence and suicide. Buddhism, ethics and society is useful as a guide for students, and as a modern companion to the discourses of the Buddha.

About the author
Professor Padmasiri de Silva is a Buddhist philosopher in the Theravada tradition, and has written a number of books about Buddhism in the modern context. He has held teaching positions in Sri Lanka, Singapore, the US and New Zealand, and is at present a research associate with the School of Historical Studies at Monash University.

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