Adaptation And Developments In Western Buddhism Socially Engaged Buddhism In The UkPhilip Henry

Adaptation And Developments In Western Buddhism Socially Engaged Buddhism In The Uk

Name: Adaptation And Developments In Western Buddhism Socially Engaged Buddhism In The Uk
ISBN: 9781472512550

Philip Henry · 2013

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In recent years, there has been a growing academic acknowledgment around the world of a contemporary Buddhist phenomenon described as Engaged, or Socially Engaged Buddhism (SEB). It is a contested phenomenon variously associated with finding Buddhist solutions for social, political and ecological problems. The debate about its origins, practice and legitimacy has stirred academics and practitioners alike. Firstly, does such an approach to Buddhist practice constitute a departure with the past, in which case a new expression of an ancient practice is being experienced all around us? Or is this really a continuity of practice, adapted to inform current understanding given that some would describe Buddhism as always having been engaged?