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“The future rests in the religious, political, economic and cultural capacity of humans to establish this larger context in which the particular traditions will find both support and fulfillment in a functional global community.”

Book:Evening Thoughts: Reflecting on Earth as Sacred Community

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Evening Thoughts: Reflecting on Earth as Sacred Community

This book offers a series of reflective essays that delve into the idea of Earth as a sacred and interconnected community. The author examines various aspects of this concept, including environmental stewardship, cultural diversity, and the human relationship with nature. more

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Thomas Berry

Thomas Berry, born on November 9, 1914, and died on June 1, 2009, was a renowned American author, theologian, and ecologist. His works primarily focused on the relationship between humans and nature, emphasizing the importance of respecting and protecting the Earth. Berry was known for his unique perspective and profound insights into ecological issues during his lifetime. more

“We will never be enlightened unless we realize and own what our capacity, from the best of the best to the worst of the worst because then we have more empathy, more compassion, more sympathy for others who do things that are hurtful and harmful and we see, given certain situations, I'm capable of that myself. So, I'm less judgmental.”

Certain Given Peace Realizing Compassion Situation Worst Capable Empathy Capacity Enlightened Judgmental Hurtful Best Of The Best

Author:Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

“It is a question of our own peace and mental stability.”

Peace Stability Mental Stability

Author:Dalai Lama

“If only we could realize that our purpose is to be caretakers. We are responsible for leading our flock to the place where the grass is green, but it is up to them to eat! We cannot be responsible for how much they digest. We cannot make people mature.”

People Ifs Purpose Peace Realizing Responsible Green Grass Mature Flocks Being Responsible Caretakers

Author:T. D. Jakes

“It is enough to be responsible for ensuring that our people have the opportunity to graze in the rich grass of God's nutritious word. Beyond that, we must trust the word to take it's effect. It will work faster in some people than in others. the spiritual body grows and metabolizes food at different rates much like the natural body does.”