1st Edition
Buddhism and Displacement An Analysis at the Intersection of Religion, Humanitarianism, and Law
By Christina A. Kilby
Copyright 2027
162 Pages
by
Routledge
This book analyzes Buddhist perspectives on the human experience of displacement and on the ethics of resettlement, humanitarian aid, and protection for displaced communities. Bringing to light both ancient and modern insights from Buddhist traditions across cultures, Buddhism and Displacement provides a robust account of Buddhism's contributions to an urgent, global humanitarian challenge.... Read more
Foreword
1. Introduction
2. Place and Displacement in Buddhist Text Worlds
3. Place and Displacement in Buddhist Life Worlds
4. Buddhism, Displacement, and Law
5. The Gift of Fearlessness
6. Buddhist Visions of Security
7. Conclusion
Bibliography
Biography
Christina A. Kilby, Ph.D. is Associate Professor of Religion and Executive Director of the Center for International Stabilization and Recovery at James Madison University.
