A thought-provoking collection of essays on Buddhist ethics by some of the leading thinkers in the field. This volume offers engaging explorations of central issues, insightful analyses of how Buddhist ethical principles are applied today in both Asian and Western countries, and groundbreaking proposals for informing debates on core modern ethical issues, including consumerism, globalization, environmental problems, war, ethnic conflict, and inter-religious tensions. The book honors Professor Damien Keown, a pivotal figure in defining the field of Buddhist ethics.

Why You Should Read?

• Explore profound Buddhist ethical principles and their relevance to contemporary global challenges like consumerism, environmental issues, and conflict.
• Gain insights into how Buddhist ethics are being practically applied in diverse cultural settings across Asia and the West today.
• Discover groundbreaking scholarly perspectives that offer new frameworks for understanding and addressing complex modern ethical dilemmas.
• Engage with the work of leading thinkers in Buddhist ethics, all contributing to a volume honoring the foundational contributions of Professor Damien Keown.

About the Author

John Powers is a distinguished Professor of Asian Studies at the Australian National University. His extensive research and publications primarily focus on Buddhist philosophy, ethics, and the historical evolution of Buddhist thought, particularly within Tibetan traditions and their contemporary relevance.
Charles S. Prebish is Professor Emeritus of Religious Studies at Pennsylvania State University. He is widely recognized as a pioneering scholar instrumental in establishing Buddhist Studies as an academic field in North America, with significant contributions to the study of early Buddhism and its modern manifestations.