As ecofeminist Val Plumwood and theologian Walter Wink have pointed out, each culture has its own worldview–a mode of perception that often appears to be reality.
contrasting worldviews and values.
The chart in this link outlines contrasting ways of looking at society, spirituality, economy, gender, and nature in indigenous as opposed to modern industrial societies.
Related material on this site:
“Stay in One Place“: satirical native folklore on pioneer lack of belonging
Indigenous ecology in the Pacific Northwest
Here are two important documents that indicate the worldview changes needs to address current environmental concerns:
Indigenous summit on climate change
You are welcome to link to any material on this site. Note, however, that the material here and especially the paper on indigenous ecology is copyright 2009, Madronna Holden.
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