We have known for decades that our Blue Planet - our home- is in dire peril. This is not a recent problem but one that has slowly arisen and increased sharply over over the past 3 centuries.
Our 'Age of Enlightenment' has brought many benefits but it has also resulted in our culture developing a streak of self-centred arrogance and a failure, on our part ( both as individuals and as part of our social and national Groups) to recognise that we too are part of Planet Earth.
The world's Faith Traditions, and particularly the 3 Western Monotheistic Religions have failed to acknowledge the inter - dependence of all. Too often,Western Faith Traditions, more than those from the East, have emphasised individual 'salvation' and have placed humanity above nature, the environment and other creatures. Consequently,Planet Earth is in crisis and we are in danger of becoming victims of our selfish disregard for the Planet and perhaps becoming an extinct species !
There is a beautiful book ( written initially for children ) by Joe Miller and the following picture outlines its Title and main theme.
There is a beautiful book ( written initially for children ) by Joe Miller and the following picture outlines its Title and main theme.
Joe Miller has composed a wonderful piece of prose which is re-produced as a 'Globe' in the following picture. It is worthy of some personal reflection.
The following link will take you to a You Tube video. Share it with friends and particularly with the younger generation, who hopefully will be better stewards of our wonderful Blue Planet
If the Earth were only (click on title to left)
If the Earth were only (click on title to left)
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