The personal, social and environmental sustainability of Jainism in light of Maharishi Vedic Science
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Fergusson, Lee, Wells, Geoffrey and Kettle, David. 2018. "The personal, social and environmental sustainability of Jainism in light of Maharishi Vedic Science." Environment, Development and Sustainability: a multidisciplinary approach to the theory and practice of sustainable development. 20 (4), pp. 1627-1649. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10668-017-9957-1
| Article Title | The personal, social and environmental sustainability of Jainism in light of Maharishi Vedic Science |
|---|---|
| ERA Journal ID | 5894 |
| Article Category | Article |
| Authors | Fergusson, Lee (Author), Wells, Geoffrey (Author) and Kettle, David (Author) |
| Journal Title | Environment, Development and Sustainability: a multidisciplinary approach to the theory and practice of sustainable development |
| Journal Citation | 20 (4), pp. 1627-1649 |
| Number of Pages | 23 |
| Year | 2018 |
| Publisher | Springer |
| Place of Publication | Netherlands |
| ISSN | 1387-585X |
| 1573-2975 | |
| Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1007/s10668-017-9957-1 |
| Web Address (URL) | https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10668-017-9957-1 |
| Abstract | The Jain tradition of ecological awareness and sustainability has been well documented over the last 25 years, although its roots lie deep in Indian history, specifically in texts such as the Tattvārtha Sūtra and Ācārāṇga Sūtra. This traditional body of knowledge includes a long-standing theory and practice of personal, social and environmental sustainability, addressing such views as the interconnectedness of humans and the laws of nature, the interdependence of everything in the universe, the responsibility of humans to conserve and preserve natural resources, the avoidance of wanton and unnecessary waste generation, and a general aversion to mistreating or abusing the environment. These views encapsulate the lifestyles of some ten million people, including both mendicants and laity. Similarly, Maharishi Vedic Science, the systematic exploration and practical application of Veda and the Vedic Literature as taught by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, makes a compelling case for establishing the unity of human life with nature and for promoting actions which guarantee both the protection of nature and protection by it. The purpose of this paper is to examine the relationship between the principles of sustainability in Jainism and the corresponding viewpoint of Maharishi Vedic Science, including supporting scientific evidence of its application, and to posit their contribution to a sustainable world future. |
| Keywords | sustainability, Jainism, Maharishi Vedic Science, principles, research |
| Contains Sensitive Content | Does not contain sensitive content |
| ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 449999. Other human society not elsewhere classified |
| Public Notes | Files associated with this item cannot be displayed due to copyright restrictions. |
| Byline Affiliations | Maharishi Vedic Research Institute, Australia |
| Institution of Origin | University of Southern Queensland |
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