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A Comparison of Human Life in Christian and Chinese Buddhist Bioethics.

Authors :
Wang, Fuyi
Source :
Religions. May2024, Vol. 15 Issue 5, p624. 14p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Bioethics provides a new perspective for the comparative study of Christianity and Chinese Buddhism. This paper provides a comprehensive comparison of the sources, states of existence, and fundamental principles and purposes of the Christian and Chinese Buddhist perspectives on human life, focusing specifically on the realm of bioethics. It places special emphasis on teachings about God's creation and dependent origination, original sin and Buddhist causality, as well as love and compassion. Despite the significant geographic distance between Christianity and Chinese Buddhism, the dialogue highlights potential cultural differences and interpretations. It also demonstrates mutual acceptance and the process of redefining one's own identity. Religious bioethics greatly benefits from a comprehensive study of various religions from around the world. It aims to encourage cross-cultural and interdisciplinary research on different religions globally. It promotes religious bioethics as a relevant field of study. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20771444
Volume :
15
Issue :
5
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Religions
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
177492148
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3390/rel15050624