The Buddhist and the Ethicist (Non-Fiction)

The Buddhist and the Ethicist

by Chao-Hwei Shih

Conversations on Effective Altruism, Engaged Buddhism, and How to Build a Better World

Format: Paperback
Category: Non-Fiction
Publisher: Penguin Random House
Publish Date: January 2024

Eastern spirituality and utilitarian philosophy meet in these unique dialogues between a Buddhist monastic and a moral philosopher.

Eastern spirituality and utilitarian philosophy meet in these unique dialogues between a Buddhist monastic and a moral philosopher on such issues as animal welfare, gender equality, the death penalty and more An unlikely duo-Professor Peter Singer, a preeminent Australian philosopher and professor of bioethics, and Venerable Shih Chao-Hwei, a Taiwanese Buddhist monastic and social activist-join forces to talk ethics in lively conversations that cross oceans, overcome language barriers and bridge philosophies.

Together, these two deep thinkers explore the foundation of ethics and key Buddhist concepts, and ultimately reveal how we can all move toward making the world a better place.

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