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Sustainability

2020

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Towards A Green Diapraxis: Experiences And Reflections From An Interfaith Journey, Einar Tjelle May 2020

Towards A Green Diapraxis: Experiences And Reflections From An Interfaith Journey, Einar Tjelle

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The article explores the increased cooperation and dynamic learning between religions during the last decades, on the themes of climate, environment and sustanability. Examples are given from a Norwegian interfaith context, but with global links as well. This cooperation has broadened the scope and perspectives of churches and religions. Contextual and holistic approaches have emerged as fruits of this mutual learning and exchange, the author claims. Pope Francis` encyclical Laudato Si` has captured important parts of this development with its strong message of interconnectedness and moral responsibility. It has also stimulated a wider religious and interfaith global commitment to Mother …