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Conflict, Culture, Change: Engaged Buddhism in a Globalizing World (review)

Conflict, Culture, Change: Engaged Buddhism in a Globalizing World (review) BOOK REVIEWS lighthearted, sweeping account of complex theological and historical issues may raise eyebrows in some, it keeps the book a page-turner. The book will especially appeal to those spiritual pilgrims who are willing to try out the recommended visualization techniques. But even for the less adventurous, this book is fascinating for its daring interpenetration of Christian and Buddhist symbols and ritual practices. I Am Food stands as a fitting memorial to its author, reminding us of his spiritual and intellectual creativity and inspiring us to keep exploring the fresh insights and paths opened by Buddhist-Christian dialogue. Maria Reis Habito Museum of World Religions CONFLICT, CULTURE, CHANGE: ENGAGED BUDDHISM IN A GLOBALIZING WORLD. By Sulak Sivaraksa. Boston: Wisdom Publications, 2005. 145 pp. Sulak Sivaraksa's Conflict, Culture, Change is a useful if uneven collection of essays that touch on many of the basic aspects of Engaged Buddhism. The book does not make an original contribution to the field, yet it serves as a good introduction to the tenets and practice of socially responsible Buddhism. Though not as prolific as Thich Nhat Hanh or the Dalai Lama, Sulak Sivaraksa's contributions as a grassroots organizer and spokesperson are widely recognized, and http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Buddhist-Christian Studies University of Hawai'I Press

Conflict, Culture, Change: Engaged Buddhism in a Globalizing World (review)

Larson-Harris, Marwood.
Buddhist-Christian Studies , Volume 27 (1) – Aug 30, 2007
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BOOK REVIEWS lighthearted, sweeping account of complex theological and historical issues may raise eyebrows in some, it keeps the book a page-turner. The book will especially appeal to those spiritual pilgrims who are willing to try out the recommended visualization techniques. But even for the less adventurous, this book is fascinating for its daring interpenetration of Christian and Buddhist symbols and ritual practices. I Am Food stands as a fitting memorial to its author, reminding us of his spiritual and intellectual creativity and inspiring us to keep exploring the fresh insights and paths opened by Buddhist-Christian dialogue. Maria Reis Habito Museum of World Religions CONFLICT, CULTURE, CHANGE: ENGAGED BUDDHISM IN A GLOBALIZING WORLD. By Sulak Sivaraksa. Boston: Wisdom Publications, 2005. 145 pp. Sulak Sivaraksa's Conflict, Culture, Change is a useful if uneven collection of essays that touch on many of the basic aspects of Engaged Buddhism. The book does not make an original contribution to the field, yet it serves as a good introduction to the tenets and practice of socially responsible Buddhism. Though not as prolific as Thich Nhat Hanh or the Dalai Lama, Sulak Sivaraksa's contributions as a grassroots organizer and spokesperson are widely recognized, and

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