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Damien Keown
ISBN 9780198850052
Rs. 560
Oxford University Press
Buddhist Ethics
a Very Short Introduction
Who it's for: Readers new to Buddhist philosophy or ethics
In "Buddhist Ethics: A Very Short Introduction," Damien Keown explores the core ethical teachings and practices of Buddhism. This book examines how these moral principles, rooted in Buddhist philosophy, guide individual and social behavior, addressing their relevance to contemporary issues such as bioethics, environmental responsibility, and human rights.Why You Should Read? Understand foundational Buddhist ethical principles, including the Five Precepts, Eightfold Path, and karma. Explore Buddhist perspectives on modern challenges like climate change, animal rights, and medical ethics. Gain insight into the intricate connection between ethical conduct and spiritual development within Buddhism. Compare Buddhist ethical frameworks with Western moral systems and other global philosophies.
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- Explores core principles: Five Precepts, Eightfold Path, karma
- Applies Buddhist ethics to bioethics, environment, human rights
- Compares Buddhist and Western moral frameworks
- Part of Oxford's Very Short Introduction series
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What are the main ethical concepts covered?
The book covers the Five Precepts, the Eightfold Path, and karma, which are foundational to Buddhist moral conduct.
Does it address modern issues?
Yes, it discusses contemporary topics such as bioethics, environmental responsibility, and human rights from a Buddhist perspective.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes, it is part of the Very Short Introduction series, designed to provide accessible overviews for newcomers.
Does it compare Buddhism with other ethical systems?
Yes, it compares Buddhist ethical frameworks with Western moral systems and other global philosophies.