Robert Rabbin - SPEAKER

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Topic
Spiritual Activism

Synopsis
Our times call for vigorous participation in social and political life — political meaning "the total complex of relations between people living in society." From cradle to grave, we exist in relationship. How are we to live in these relationships? How engaged are we in the events of the day? What is our civic responsibility to our community, country, and the world? How much responsibility do we take for the condition of the world? We affect our world with two complimentary action strategies: direct and meditative. Direct action throws water on a threatening fire, pulls a child out of harm's way, writes letters to the editor, and participates in the electoral process. Meditative action cultivates intimacy, empathy and clear seeing; and sends constant prayers of blessing and loving-kindness from one's heart to all beings. Spiritual activists engage in both strategies with equal skill and enthusiasm. For these strategies to be effective, for these strategies to have traction and healing effect in our world, we must be and embody the highest expression of our common humanity.

Target Audience
People who are interested in and willing to extend their meditative/yogic practices from the inner, personal world to the outer, interpersonal world; and who want to share the responsibility for consciously creating a more sustainable way of living together and in harmony with the Earth.





		back to TOPICS index Topic Spiritual Activism Synopsis Our times call for vigorous participation in social and political life — political meaning "the total complex of relations between people living in society." From cradle to grave, we exist in relationship. How are we to live in these relationships? How engaged are we in the events of the day? What is our civic responsibility to our community, country, and the world? How much responsibility do we take for the condition of the world? We affect our world with two complimentary action strategies: direct and meditative. Direct action throws water on a threatening fire, pulls a child out of harm's way, writes letters to the editor, and participates in the electoral process. Meditative action cultivates intimacy, empathy and clear seeing; and sends constant prayers of blessing and loving-kindness from one's heart to all beings. Spiritual activists engage in both strategies with equal skill and enthusiasm. For these strategies to be effective, for these strategies to have traction and healing effect in our world, we must be and embody the highest expression of our common humanity. Target Audience People who are interested in and willing to extend their meditative/yogic practices from the inner, personal world to the outer, interpersonal world; and who want to share the responsibility for consciously creating a more sustainable way of living together and in harmony with the Earth.			""