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Creative Energy: Bearing Witness for the Earth

This book delves into the profound relationship between humans and the Earth, advocating for a deeper understanding and respect for the environment. It encourages readers to embrace a mindful approach to living in harmony with nature, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and ecological consciousness. more

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Thomas Berry
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

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“To create a world in which life can flourish and prosper we must replace the values and institutions of capitalism with values and institutions that honor life, serve life's needs, and restore money to its proper role as servant. I believe we are in fact being called to take a step to a new level of species consciousness and function.”

“We are forced to choose, for the processes we have initiated in our lifetime cannot continue in the lifetime of our children. Whatever we do either creates the framework for continuing the supreme adventure of life and consciousness on this planet or sets the stage for its termination. The choice before us is urgent and important: it can neither be postponed nor ignored.”

“Death is not the end, but the beginning of a new life. Yes, it is an end of something that is already dead. It is also a crescendo of what we call life, although very few know what life is. They live, but they live in such ignorance that they never encounter their own life. And it is impossible for these people to know their own death, because death is the ultimate experience of this life, and the beginning experience of another. Death is the door between two lives; one is left behind, one is waiting ahead.”