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Spiritual Ecology and Environmental Sustainability: An Interdisciplinary Approach Through the Lens of Science and Gurbani

Irvinder Kaur

S. B. D. Government P.G. College, Sardarshahar, Churu

138-141

Vol: 7, Issue: 4, 2017

Receiving Date: 2017-11-03 Acceptance Date:

2017-12-02

Publication Date:

2017-12-12

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Abstract

The twenty-first century faces a convergence of ecological crises, ranging from biodiversity loss and deforestation to climate change and environmental pollution. While scientific knowledge has provided powerful tools to understand these challenges, it alone has not been sufficient to transform human behavior or reshape our values toward nature. At such a crossroads, the integration of scientific insight with moral and spiritual frameworks becomes essential. This paper explores the profound resonance between scientific ecology and the spiritual teachings of Gurbani—the sacred scripture of Sikhism—in addressing the pressing concerns of sustainability. It proposes a holistic model of spiritual ecology where rational understanding and sacred wisdom work in unison. The study emphasizes that Gurbani, far from being restricted to ritual and religious life, offers a compelling ecological ethic that aligns with contemporary sustainability science. The paper also explores how this integration can inspire a more compassionate and conscious relationship with the environment, contributing to long-term planetary wellbeing.

Keywords: Science; Ecology; Sustainability; Gurbani; Spiritual Ecology; Sikhism

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