Sentinels of the Biosphere: Harnessing Religious Wisdom for a Sustainable Anthropocene
摘要
This study investigates the role of religious worldviews in shaping environmental stewardship in the Anthropocene. It analyzes how major religions—Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism—articulate ethical frameworks emphasizing interconnectedness, justice, and care for the biosphere, and how these frameworks inform ecological awareness and policy engagement. The research examines theological paradigms such as Christian stewardship, Islamic khalifah, Hindu dharma, and Buddhist non-violence, highlighting both their constructive contributions and the challenges posed by contested doctrinal interpretations, secularization, and conflicts with scientific discourse. It further explores the emergence of religious environmental movements, demonstrating the capacity of faith communities to mobilize ethical and practical responses to climate change and ecological degradation. The study argues that integrating religious ethics with scientific and policy-oriented approaches enhances the efficacy and moral legitimacy of environmental interventions, fostering a more holistic and ethically grounded strategy for addressing global ecological crises.