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The Spirit of Agriculture

Author : Paul Hanley
Publisher : George Ronald Publisher Limited
ISBN 13 : 9780853985013
Total Pages : 226 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (85 download)

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Download or read book The Spirit of Agriculture written by Paul Hanley and published by George Ronald Publisher Limited. This book was released on 2005 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A series of fascinating essays looking at the importance of agriculture from a BahÁ'Í perspective. Agriculture and Religion: A Necessary Unity Paul Hanley Agriculture in the World's Religions: An Overview P.J. Stewart This Vital and Important Matter: A Survey of the BahÁ'Í Writings on Agriculture Paul Hanley The Involvement of the Central Figures of the BahÁ'Í Faith in Agriculture Iraj Poostchi A Perspective on Food in the BahÁ'Í Faith Paul Fieldhouse Rethinking the Management of Small Rural Businesses Michel P. Zahrai Reinventing the Village Gary Reusche The Genetic Modification of Crops: A BahÁ'Í's Perspective Paul Olson Igi Oko: The Tree Farms at Sapoba, Nigeria circa 1927 Richard St Barbe Baker Strengthening Local Economies and Community Identity: FUNDAEC's Experience Pascal Molineaux Balancing Science with Inspiration: A BahÁ'Í Scientist's Struggle to Discover the Hidden Secrets of Restoring Corals and Fish to Degraded Coral Reefs Austin Bowden-Kerby Gardens for Mongolia: Growing the Capacity of Mongolia's Families The Mongolian Development Centre Five Project Summaries An Investment for Well-being: Restoring the Agricultural Environment on Bolivia's Altiplano A Tanzanian School Promotes Self-reliance Rural Education in Northern Honduras Ineke Gijsbers Felin Gelli Rural Training Farm Ineke Gijsbers EcoAg Service: Farm Apprenticeships For Youth Nancy E. McIntyre The Garden Terraces of the Shrine of the BÁb An Interview with the Architect, Fariborz Sahba

The Spirit of the Soil

Author : Paul B. Thompson
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1317196872
Total Pages : 265 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (171 download)

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Download or read book The Spirit of the Soil written by Paul B. Thompson and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2017-05-25 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this second edition of The Spirit of the Soil: Agriculture and Environmental Ethics, Paul B. Thompson reviews four worldviews that shape competing visions for agriculture. Productionists have sought increasing yields—to make two seeds grow where only one grew before—while traditional visions of good farming have stressed stewardship. These traditional visions have been challenged by two more worldviews: a call for a total cost accounting for farming and an advocacy for a holistic perspective. Thompson argues that an environmentally defensible systems approach must draw upon all four worldviews, recognizing their flaws and synthesizing their strengths in a new vision of sustainable agriculture. This classic 1995 study has been thoroughly revised and significantly expanded in its second edition with up-to-date examples of agriculture’s impact on the environment. These include extensive discussions of new pesticides and the effects of animal agriculture on climate and other areas of the environment. In addition, a new final chapter discusses sustainability, which has become a dominant idea within environmental studies and agrarian political philosophy.

Religion and Sustainable Agriculture

Author : Todd LeVasseur
Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
ISBN 13 : 081316799X
Total Pages : 394 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (131 download)

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Download or read book Religion and Sustainable Agriculture written by Todd LeVasseur and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2016-10-21 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Distinct practices of eating are at the heart of many of the world's faith traditions -- from the Christian Eucharist to Muslim customs of fasting during Ramadan to the vegetarianism and asceticism practiced by some followers of Hinduism and Buddhism. What we eat, how we eat, and whom we eat with can express our core values and religious devotion more clearly than verbal piety. In this wide-ranging collection, eminent scholars, theologians, activists, and lay farmers illuminate how religious beliefs influence and are influenced by the values and practices of sustainable agriculture. Together, they analyze a multitude of agricultural practices for their contributions to healthy, ethical living and environmental justice. Throughout, the contributors address current critical issues, including global trade agreements, indigenous rights to land and seed, and the effects of postcolonialism on farming and industry. Covering indigenous, Buddhist, Hindu, Christian, Muslim, and Jewish perspectives, this groundbreaking volume makes a significant contribution to the study of ethics and agriculture.

Agrarian Spirit

Author : Norman Wirzba
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780268203092
Total Pages : 268 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (3 download)

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Download or read book Agrarian Spirit written by Norman Wirzba and published by . This book was released on 2022-08 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This refreshing work offers a distinctly agrarian reframing of spiritual practices to address today's most pressing social and ecological concerns. For thousands of years most human beings drew their daily living from, and made sense of their lives in reference to, the land. Growing and finding food, along with the multiple practices of home maintenance and the cultivations of communities, were the abiding concerns that shaped what people understood about and expected from life. In Agrarian Spirit, Norman Wirzba demonstrates how agrarianism is of vital and continuing significance for spiritual life today. Far from being the exclusive concern of a dwindling number of farmers, this book shows how agrarian practices are an important corrective to the political and economic policies that are doing so much harm to our society and habitats. It is an invitation to the personal transformation that equips all people to live peaceably and beautifully with each other and the land. Agrarian Spirit begins with a clear and concise affirmation of creaturely life. Wirzba shows that a human life is inextricably entangled with the lives of fellow animals and plants, and that individual flourishing must always include the flourishing of the habitats that nourish and sustain our life together. The book explores how agrarian sensibilities and responsibilities transform the practices of prayer, perception, mystical union, humility, gratitude, and hope. Wirzba provides an elegant and compelling account of spiritual life that is both attuned to ancient scriptural sources and keyed to addressing the pressing social and ecological concerns of today. Scholars and students of theology, ecotheology, and spirituality, as well as readers interested in agrarian and environmental studies, will gain much from this book.

The Spirit of the Soil

Author : Paul B. Thompson
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134884419
Total Pages : 216 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (348 download)

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Download or read book The Spirit of the Soil written by Paul B. Thompson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2005-07-25 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Spirit of the Soil challenges environmentalists to think more deeply and creatively about agriculture. Paul B. Thompson identifies four `worldviews' which tackle agricultural ethics according to different philosophical priorities; productionism, stewardship, economics and holism. He examines current issues such as the use of pesticides and biotechnology from these ethical perspectives. This book achieves an open-ended account of sustainability designed to minimise hubris and help us to recapture the spirit of the soil.

Religion and Sustainable Agriculture

Author : Todd LeVasseur
Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
ISBN 13 : 0813167981
Total Pages : 389 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (131 download)

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Download or read book Religion and Sustainable Agriculture written by Todd LeVasseur and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2016-10-21 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Distinct practices of eating are at the heart of many of the world's faith traditions—from the Christian Eucharist to Muslim customs of fasting during Ramadan to the vegetarianism and asceticism practiced by some followers of Hinduism and Buddhism. What we eat, how we eat, and whom we eat with can express our core values and religious devotion more clearly than verbal piety. In this wide-ranging collection, eminent scholars, theologians, activists, and lay farmers illuminate how religious beliefs influence and are influenced by the values and practices of sustainable agriculture. Together, they analyze a multitude of agricultural practices for their contributions to healthy, ethical living and environmental justice. Throughout, the contributors address current critical issues, including global trade agreements, indigenous rights to land and seed, and the effects of postcolonialism on farming and industry. Covering indigenous, Buddhist, Hindu, Christian, Muslim, and Jewish perspectives, this groundbreaking volume makes a significant contribution to the study of ethics and agriculture.

Agriculture Course

Author : Rudolf Steiner
Publisher : Rudolf Steiner Press
ISBN 13 : 1855843536
Total Pages : 186 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (558 download)

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Download or read book Agriculture Course written by Rudolf Steiner and published by Rudolf Steiner Press. This book was released on 2013-04-02 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Steiner's original contribution to human knowledge was based on his ability to conduct 'spiritual research', the investigation of metaphysical dimensions of existence. With his scientific and philosophical training, he brought a new systematic discipline to the field, allowing for conscious methods and comprehensive results. A natural seer from childhood, he cultivated his spiritual vision to a high degree, enabling him to speak with authority on previously veiled mysteries of life. The evolving human being; Cosmos as the source of life; Plants and the living earth; Farms and the realms of nature; Bringing the chemical elements to life; Soil and the world of spirit; Supporting and regulating life processes; Spirits of the elements; Nutrition and vitality; Responsibility for the future.

Of the Land and the Spirit

Author : Lord Northbourne
Publisher : World Wisdom, Inc
ISBN 13 : 1933316616
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (333 download)

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Download or read book Of the Land and the Spirit written by Lord Northbourne and published by World Wisdom, Inc. This book was released on 2008 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twenty-five years before Rachel Carson published her famous work "Silent Spring," Lord Northbourne helped to promote the importance of a holistic approach to the environment. This book not only features Northbourne's previously unpublished writings, but also his private correspondence with Thomas Merton.

Farming While Black

Author : Leah Penniman
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1603587616
Total Pages : 369 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (35 download)

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Download or read book Farming While Black written by Leah Penniman and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2018 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Farming While Black is the first comprehensive "how to" guide for aspiring African-heritage growers to reclaim their dignity as agriculturists and for all farmers to understand the distinct, technical contributions of African-heritage people to sustainable agriculture. At Soul Fire Farm, author Leah Penniman co-created the Black and Latino Farmers Immersion (BLFI) program as a container for new farmers to share growing skills in a culturally relevant and supportive environment led by people of color. Farming While Black organizes and expands upon the curriculum of the BLFI to provide readers with a concise guide to all aspects of small-scale farming, from business planning to preserving the harvest. Throughout the chapters Penniman uplifts the wisdom of the African diasporic farmers and activists whose work informs the techniques described--from whole farm planning, soil fertility, seed selection, and agroecology, to using whole foods in culturally appropriate recipes, sharing stories of ancestors, and tools for healing from the trauma associated with slavery and economic exploitation on the land. Woven throughout the book is the story of Soul Fire Farm, a national leader in the food justice movement.--AMAZON.

Sharing the Harvest

Author : Elizabeth Henderson
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
ISBN 13 : 193339210X
Total Pages : 322 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (333 download)

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Download or read book Sharing the Harvest written by Elizabeth Henderson and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2007 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looks at partnerships between local small farms and nearby consumers, who become members or subscribers in support of the farm, offering advice on acquiring land, organizing, handling the harvest, and money and legal matters.

The Spirit of Agriculture

Author : E. T. IJzerman
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 49 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (668 download)

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Download or read book The Spirit of Agriculture written by E. T. IJzerman and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Food, Farmer, and Community

Author : WINNONA. MERRITT
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781618512116
Total Pages : 249 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (121 download)

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Download or read book Food, Farmer, and Community written by WINNONA. MERRITT and published by . This book was released on 2022-04-12 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive compilation that gathers quotations from the sacred texts of the Baha'i Faith as well as statements and documents from various Baha'i institutions and agencies, Food, Farmer, and Community offers a wide-ranging contribution to the discourse on agriculture. Drawing on foundational spiritual concepts as well as exploring practical ideas for the transformation of food systems, this book will be a valuable resource for those seeking a Baha'i perspective on this vital subject.

New Spirit for a New China in Agriculture

Author : Joint Commission on Rural Reconstruction
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 18 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (463 download)

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Download or read book New Spirit for a New China in Agriculture written by Joint Commission on Rural Reconstruction and published by . This book was released on 1957 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Born-Again Dirt

Author : Noah Sanders
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780985131548
Total Pages : 206 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (315 download)

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Download or read book Born-Again Dirt written by Noah Sanders and published by . This book was released on 2013-05 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you desire to glorify God through the way you farm? Are you tired of reading books on farming and food production that ignore God as Creator? Have you ever wondered what agriculture would look like if it was based on the Bible instead of on evolution, Mother Nature, or the latest manipulations of life by science? In Born Again Dirt, Noah Sanders encourages Christian farmers to evaluate their farming methods in light of Scripture. This book looks at various Biblical principles related to agriculture and provides examples of practical application. Topics covered include: -Designing farms as beautiful, fruitful homes. -Honoring God's design in farm production -Growing crops that honor the Lord -Marketing as ministry -The idolatry of modern agriculture -Advantages of the farming lifestyle -Starting a farm and making a living. Without claiming to have all the answers, Born Again Dirt seeks to inspire you to develop a vision for God-glorifying agriculture . This book is a must read for any Christian who is a full time farmer, backyard gardener, or for anyone who desires a more Biblical view of agriculture.

The Spirit and Philosophy of Extension Work

Author : Epsilon Sigma Phi
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 608 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book The Spirit and Philosophy of Extension Work written by Epsilon Sigma Phi and published by . This book was released on 1952 with total page 608 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Routledge International Handbook of Spirituality in Society and the Professions

Author : Laszlo Zsolnai
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1315445468
Total Pages : 734 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (154 download)

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Download or read book The Routledge International Handbook of Spirituality in Society and the Professions written by Laszlo Zsolnai and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-03-15 with total page 734 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Increasingly, it is being recognized that spirituality, defined here as "a multiform search for a transcendent meaning of life that connects them to all living beings and brings them in touch with God or ‘Ultimate Reality,’" is an aspect of almost every sphere and aspect of social life. It appears in humanity’s dealings with nature, home and community, healing, economics and business, knowledge, and education. The Routledge International Handbook of Spirituality in Society and the Professions is a stimulating collection that summarizes the most important issues, frameworks, discussions, and problems relating to spiritually inspired activities in different fields of social life. The contributors explore how spirituality is a part of existence and present approaches and models for professionals working in diverse areas. Presented in seven parts, the book provides a full overview of current research and practice. Part II, "Facets of spirituality," explores topics including philosophy, psychology, theology, and culture. Part III, "Nature," looks at ecology, agriculture, cities, and tourism. Part IV, "Home and community," presents chapters on various life stages, disability, gender, and culture. Part V, "Healing," examines medicine, mental and physical health, and ill-health. In Part VI, "Economy, politics, and law," contributors discuss business, leadership and the workplace, peace, and policing. Part VII, "Knowledge and education," includes chapters on science, design, fashion, literature, and the arts. In the final part, "Way forward," the editors look to the future with a chapter on inter-spirituality and the renewal of social practices. Driven by contemporary research and new developments, this Handbook is an innovative and interdisciplinary collection that provides an essential overview of contemporary spirituality and society from an international selection of contributors. The Routledge International Handbook of Spirituality in Society and the Professions offers accessible, diverse, and engaging international research, and its scope will appeal to academics and students of a wide range of subjects, including aging and addiction, psychology, theology, religious studies, sociology, business studies, and philosophy. It will also be an important work for professionals in medical and social services, the clergy, education, business, the arts, religious communities, and politics, and members of organizations looking at the links between spirituality, religion, and society.

Farming for Us All

Author : Michael Mayerfeld Bell
Publisher : Penn State Press
ISBN 13 : 0271097906
Total Pages : 398 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (71 download)

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Download or read book Farming for Us All written by Michael Mayerfeld Bell and published by Penn State Press. This book was released on 2024-02-20 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Climate change. Habitat loss. Soil erosion. Groundwater depletion. Toxins in our food. Inhumane treatment of farm animals. Increasing farm worker exploitation. Hunger and malnutrition in the midst of plenty. What will it take for farmers in the United States to embrace sustainable practices? Michael Mayerfeld Bell’s Farming for Us All first tackled this question twenty years ago, providing crucial insight into how the structure of US agriculture created this situation and exploring, by contrast, the practices of farmers who are working together to radically change how they think, learn, and grow. This updated edition of his now-classic work reflects on the lessons learned over the past two decades. Constrained by an oppressive nexus of markets, regulations, subsidies, and technology, farmers find themselves undermining their own economic and social security as well as the security of the land. Bell turns to Practical Farmers of Iowa (PFI), that state’s largest sustainable-agriculture group. He traces how PFI creates an agriculture that engages others—farmers, researchers, officials, and consumers—in a common conversation about what agriculture could look like. Through dialogue, PFI members crossbreed knowledge, discovering pragmatic solutions to help crops grow in ways that sustain families, communities, societies, economies, and environments. Farming for Us All makes the case that for sustainable farming to flourish, new social relations are as important to cultivate as new crops. This book is necessary—and hopeful—reading for anyone concerned about the present and future of food and farming.