End-of-Life: A Religious Studies Perspective

In this article, individual end-of life issues are aligned with those of the earth's survival, both framed by ecological-environmental factors. Notions of personhood set "the individual" against "dividual" or complex identity as we consider how emotions turn ideas into value...

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Main Author: Davies, Douglas J. 1947- (Author)
Format: Print Article
Language:English
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Published: SCM Press 2021
In: Concilium
Year: 2021, Issue: 5, Pages: 14-24
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Death / Ecology / Body
IxTheo Classification:NBE Anthropology
NCG Environmental ethics; Creation ethics
Further subjects:B Animism
B Life
B Reciprocity (Psychology)
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Summary:In this article, individual end-of life issues are aligned with those of the earth's survival, both framed by ecological-environmental factors. Notions of personhood set "the individual" against "dividual" or complex identity as we consider how emotions turn ideas into values, identities, and even destinies, as ecological issues grow. Older and newer forms of animism, souls, gift or reciprocity theory, merit-making, and the question of life-sustaining narratives are explored alongside innovative forms of funeral that celebrate life more than they curate sinners.
ISSN:0010-5236
Contains:Enthalten in: Concilium