The Problem with Kindness
There is a gulf between the secular and the religious parts of our lives. In sacred settings we talk about … Read More “The Problem with Kindness”
Tag: ethics
Tugging on Our Feelings about Climate Change?
Like many people following the news today, I find myself deeply worried about climate change. Scientists are offering more and … Read More “Tugging on Our Feelings about Climate Change?”
Moral laziness, vegetarianism, and government intervention
This month Thomas Wells, a philosophy professor at Tilburg University in the Netherlands, offered a plea for more active government … Read More “Moral laziness, vegetarianism, and government intervention”
When Nature Devours Civilization
Last night I watched Wind River, director Taylor Sheridan’s intense film about the disappearance and murder of a Native American … Read More “When Nature Devours Civilization”
Love Versus Principle
Master Jingzong; English translation by Foying, edited by Fojin Love rules in a family, whereas legal principles rule in a … Read More “Love Versus Principle”
Liberating Animals Destined for the Dining Table
Master Jingzong; English translation by Foyuan, edited by Jingxin Mahatma Gandhi of India once said, “The most terrible weapons are the … Read More “Liberating Animals Destined for the Dining Table”
Bodhisattva Vows as Liberation Theology
I was raised in what I consider to have been a very “liberal” Catholic household. Outside our evening “grace” before … Read More “Bodhisattva Vows as Liberation Theology”
Conscience and the Buddha-Mind
Master Jingzong; English translation by Foxin, edited by Jingtu An honest man speaks from his conscience. An Amitabha-reciter, though, speaks … Read More “Conscience and the Buddha-Mind”
Being Used by Others
Master Jingzong; English translation by Foyuan, edited by Fojin If you tell someone that he is “being used by others,” he … Read More “Being Used by Others”
Good to See Our Own Misdeeds
Master Jingzong; English translation by Foyi, edited by Fojin Some people get panicky when they become aware of their own … Read More “Good to See Our Own Misdeeds”