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“Buddhism cannot be true to itself until Buddhists resolve their ambivalence toward nonhuman animals and extend the full protection of their compassion to the most harmless and helpless of those who live at our mercy in the visible realms.”

Quote by Norm Phelps

Book:The Great Compassion: Buddhism and Animal Rights

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The Great Compassion: Buddhism and Animal Rights

This book delves into the ethical considerations and teachings within Buddhism that relate to the treatment of animals, offering insights into the movement for animal rights from a Buddhist perspective. more

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Norm Phelps was an American writer known for his profound insights into history and culture. His works covered a wide range of topics from the American Revolutionary War to modern society, attracting a broad readership with his unique perspective and rich imagination. more

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