Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges PDF
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Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Dr B R Rao
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This presentation discusses ancient wisdom, specifically Panchamahayajnas, as a potential solution for modern challenges. It examines the concept of Anthropocentrism, highlighting its role in contemporary problems like global economic issues and environmental concerns. The presentation details how certain ideas from ancient traditions can be applied to contemporary issues.
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Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges: Panchamahayajnas Dr B R Rao Problems of Today’s world 10. Global economic problem and unemployment. 9. Safe water for everyone. 8. Lack of education/education systems. 7. Food and water concerns in 'undeveloped' countries. 6. Government's responsibility and c...
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges: Panchamahayajnas Dr B R Rao Problems of Today’s world 10. Global economic problem and unemployment. 9. Safe water for everyone. 8. Lack of education/education systems. 7. Food and water concerns in 'undeveloped' countries. 6. Government's responsibility and corruption. 5. Disputes because of different beliefs/ Religion. 4. Poverty / Homelessness. 3. Discrimination / Gender Inequality ( Financial / social 2. War / Unstable regions / Terrorism. 1. Deterioration of nature and Her resources. What is the cause for the above problems? Anthropocentrism What is it? The belief that humans are more important than anything else. There are around 9 million species living this world Anthropocentrism Human Attitude He thinks everything in the world is of his own property Wants everything within his vision/knowledge First he uses his physical Abilities Mental Abilities Technical Abilities With these he tries to dominate/control the remining humans/species The solution of Anthropocentrism is Panchamahayagnas Yagna means To pleasing To offer To Satisfy To Worship Maha yagna means ‘Great Pleasing’ etc. Pancha mahayagna means 5 Great Pleasings, etc.
