Buddhism and the natural world Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What are the 3 poisons and what are the represented by
A
Greed-rooster
Hatred-snake
Delusion-pig
2
Q
According to Buddhism what causes environmental damage
A
The 3 poisons
3
Q
How can delusion impact the environment
A
People could think that humans are better then any other living thing and they could also not believe in the idea of stewardship (they could believe they have dominion on the world instead).
4
Q
How could greed impact the environment
A
People would want to consume more and more things (for e.g. cattle and wildlife).
5
Q
How could hatred impact the environment
A
People wouldn’t have any remorse or regret for killing the planet, if they hate it!
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