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Ecological Spirituality

by Diarmuid O’Murchu

A powerful guide to cultivating a spiritual connection with the Earth, essential for addressing today’s ecological crises.

This book:

• Guides readers through a revolutionary ecological approach to spirituality.
• Helps restore humanity’s spiritual connection with the Earth.
• Offers a comprehensive view of ecospirituality that transcends religious boundaries.
• Proposes ethical principles grounded in spirituality to address global environmental crises.
• Encourages collective reflection through critical issues presented in each chapter.
• Reintroduces readers to the sacredness of nature and creation.
• Provides tools for developing a spirituality that promotes ecological sustainability.

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Soft cover 224pp
1.3cm H x 15.2cm L x 22.9cm W (0.23 kgs)
ISBN 9781626985698
Orbis Books (2024)

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“Despite each year bringing yet more climate disasters, humanity is unable to make the necessary changes to our consumerist lifestyle that will reverse global warming.

Diarmuid O’Murchu’s latest book asserts that the only way out of our paralysis is with an ecological spirituality, which can aid us to “become enchanted by creation once more.”

The Holy is found in the world around us. By recognising this, we can be restored to our rightful place in creation, as one of many species of Earth’s inhabitants.

O’Murchu identifies our major dilemma as the lack of ethical principles because religion has lost its role as a moral guide. An ecological spirituality can provide such guidance in these times. He examines the Earth Charter through the lens of spirituality, and suggests how it can provide ethical guidance. Each of the nine chapters in Ecological Spirituality concludes with a list of critical issues for ongoing discernment which could be useful for group reflection.

The breadth of O’Murchu’s research and his ability to synthesise knowledge is impressive and stimulating. His reference list encourages the reader to explore further. I recommend this book for anyone who wants to address the global climate crisis.” 
TMI Sept 2024

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