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ECOLOGICAL CRISIS AS AN ANTHROPOLOGICAL, CHRISTIAN AND EDUCATIONAL CHALLENGE

Author(s): Ante Bekavac, Serđo Ćavar
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Anthropology, Energy and Environmental Studies, Religion and science , Evaluation research, Environmental interactions
Published by: Filozofski fakultet Sveučilišta u Mostaru
Keywords: ecology; new anthropology; biocentrism; education; Pope Francis;

Summary/Abstract: A man is inseparable from the other creature without which it is impossible to think. This burning issue is pointed out by many movements, civil initiatives as well as political parties which incorporate care for the environment and responsible behavior into their statutes. The paper starts with the contemporary anthropology which represents the foundation of the wrong understanding of the created world or danger from exploitation of its potentials. Namely, modern conception that created a dogmatic idea of anthropocentrism is becoming more ruinous. The idea of biocentrism, which clears the way to practical realization of all forms of life equalities, also represents a danger. That much-needed ecological conversion should include general solidarity as well as integral ecology in which Francis of Assisi can serve as a protector and witness. Renewed bioethical educational system cannot exclude spiritual art of behavior. Global ecological literacy should be built in order to emphasize the effect of a man on the environment in different phases and dimensions.

  • Issue Year: XIV/2019
  • Issue No: 22
  • Page Range: 172-193
  • Page Count: 22
  • Language: Croatian