ebooks Mindful Politics: A Buddhist Guide to Making the World a Better Place by From Wisdom Publications in History

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Particularly struck by last chapterBy CDanielsThe last chapter; written by Sam Harris; is the most challenging to Buddhists. I don't remember him mentioning the violence in Sri Lanka; and I think the essay might have been written before violence in the name of Buddhism in Myanmar and Thailand. Without mentioning such specific instances; I think we should all acknowledge that Buddhism can have a dark side; like other religions. When I was younger I thought no wars were ever fought in the name of Buddhism; and was probably a bit smug about it. While there's some validity in this; unfortunately some Buddhists do practice violence and it is wrong to deny this. I think Buddhism is fairly unique in that it can be a life philosophy for atheists; and it is beneficial for a secular Buddhist to call out religious Buddhists on issues like fundamentalism. Others here have reviewed other parts of the book; and as a whole; so I'm not going to repeat these. Don't be surprised by the critical look at Buddhism at the end. It is good; if bitter; medicine to take.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Inspiring for activists and can even serve as self-helpBy Mike JonesLots of wisdom; and really cool to hear it from people like Jerry Borwn; former gov. of CA. Excellent stuff; but could have been shorter. A LOOOOT of redundant entries; and it doesn't quite live up to its claim of bringing Buddhist philosophy into concrete terms for the real world issues. It stays pretty philosophical. Also; good for them for including the against-the-grain Sam Harris piece.Not perfect but still important reading.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy THOMAS A. CONLEYJust wonderful.