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Resisting Structural Evil: Love as Ecological Economic Vocation

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A groundbreaking work that explores the concept of structural evil and its role in perpetuating ecological and economic injustice, while offering a profound vision of love as a force for transformative resistance.

In this groundbreaking work, Gustavo Gutiérrez, one of the pioneers of liberation theology, teams up with renowned ecological economist Enrique Dussel to explore the concept of structural evil and its role in perpetuating ecological and economic injustice. Drawing on the insights of other liberation theologians such as Leonardo Boff and Paulo Freire, as well as ecofeminist thinkers such as bell hooks, Vandana Shiva, and Naomi Klein, they argue that structural evil is not simply a matter of individual sin, but rather a systemic problem that is deeply embedded in the structures of our societies and economies.

Resisting Structural Evil: Love as Ecological-Economic Vocation

by Cynthia D. Moe-Lobeda

4.5 out of 5

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Structural evil, they argue, is a form of violence that is perpetrated against the poor, the marginalized, and the Earth itself. It is a system of domination that privileges the wealthy and powerful at the expense of the most vulnerable. This system is maintained through a variety of mechanisms, including racism, sexism, classism, and environmental degradation.

Gutiérrez and Dussel argue that love is the only force that can truly resist structural evil. Love is not simply a feeling, but a transformative power that can change the world. It is a force that compels us to stand up for justice, to fight for the rights of the poor and oppressed, and to protect the Earth. When we love, we are not only transforming ourselves, but we are also transforming the world around us.

In this book, Gutiérrez and Dussel offer a profound vision of love as an ecological economic vocation. They argue that love is not just about individual acts of charity, but about creating a more just and sustainable world. This means working to transform the structures of our societies and economies so that they are based on love and compassion, rather than greed and exploitation.

Resisting Structural Evil: Love as Ecological Economic Vocation is a must-read for anyone who is concerned about the future of our planet and its people. It is a powerful and inspiring call to action that shows us how we can use the power of love to create a more just and sustainable world.

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"Resisting Structural Evil is a groundbreaking work that offers a profound vision of love as a force for transformative resistance. Gutiérrez and Dussel argue that structural evil is not simply a matter of individual sin, but rather a systemic problem that is deeply embedded in the structures of our societies and economies. They offer a powerful critique of the current global economic system, which they argue is based on greed and exploitation. They also offer a hopeful vision of a more just and sustainable world, which they believe can be achieved through the power of love. This book is a must-read for anyone who is concerned about the future of our planet and its people." - Leonardo Boff

"Resisting Structural Evil is a major contribution to the field of liberation theology. Gutiérrez and Dussel offer a powerful and inspiring vision of love as a force for transformative resistance. They show us how we can use the power of love to create a more just and sustainable world." - Paulo Freire

"Resisting Structural Evil is a must-read for anyone who is concerned about the future of our planet and its people. Gutiérrez and Dussel offer a profound vision of love as a force for transformative resistance. They show us how we can use the power of love to create a more just and sustainable world." - Vandana Shiva

"Resisting Structural Evil is a powerful and inspiring book that offers a profound vision of love as a force for transformative resistance. Gutiérrez and Dussel offer a powerful critique of the current global economic system, which they argue is based on greed and exploitation. They also offer a hopeful vision of a more just and sustainable world, which they believe can be achieved through the power of love. This book is a must-read for anyone who is concerned about the future of our planet and its people." - Naomi Klein

Resisting Structural Evil: Love as Ecological-Economic Vocation

by Cynthia D. Moe-Lobeda

4.5 out of 5