At first glance the fields of religion and ecology may seem and unlikely pairing, but a deeper consideration reveals the two have a great deal to contribute to one another and are indeed inextricably linked. Religions recognize the unity and interdependence of humans with nature. Ecological sciences affirm this deep interconnection with the natural world. This partnership can inspire work for the wellbeing of the Earth community
本课程是 Religions and Ecology: Restoring the Earth Community 专项课程 专项课程的一部分
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您将学到的内容有
Religious:
What environmental activities are going on in my own religious tradition? What opportunities are there for interreligious engagement?
Environmental actors/researchers
- What other voices or ways of knowing might I learn from in pursuing ecological conservation and restoration?
Policymakers
- Religions can be active participants in finding solutions along with scientists, economists, and policymakers.
您将获得的技能
- environment
- conservation
- Religion
- Ecology
No Prerequisite Knowledge Required
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MODULE 1: Course Introduction
MODULE 2: The Emergence of the Field of Religion and Ecology
We explore the origins of the field of Religion and Ecology and the contemporary context of the Anthropocene, the geological era in which humans exert a dominant influence on climate and the environment. We also discuss the problems and promises of religions in addressing the ecological challenges of our time.
MODULE 3: Religious Ecology: Orienting, Grounding, Nurturing, Transforming
We first explore the nature of religions as symbolic systems. We then consider religious ecology and religious cosmology as ways in which humans envision their place within the Earth and the Cosmos. To conclude, we explore how religions can orient, ground, nurture, and transform humans in relationship with the planet.
MODULE 4: Views of Nature in the West
We explore views of nature in the West by first examining the transition from the Animism of the early Mediterranean world to the Monotheism of the later Abrahamic traditions. We then consider the legacies of Enlightenment rationalism and the ways in which the Romantic and Transcendentalist movements responded through their emphasis on emotion, intuition, and spirituality in the natural world. We conclude by exploring how modern science offers a new story for understanding nature within an expanding and evolving universe.
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I loved the content of the course. I am falling in love with this field of study, Religions and Ecology and I hope that this course will continue to inspire many people.
Fantastic. I will certainly complete the Specialization. :-)
A tremendous introduction to Religions and Ecology - A MUST for anyone interested in either!
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