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A study of utopian thought in Western and Chinese traditions, bringing out the differences and similarities in their visions of a better, more just world.
Paradise has been widely perceived as somewhere on ocean islands or in distant mountains where people come together to set up tightly-knit societies so they can live, work and worship in harmony and peace. For the first-time ever, in this widely-researched work that bridges the utopian ideas and visions of East and West, Ambrose Mong explores the writings of influential thinkers from ancient China to Renaissance Europe and today, including Thomas More, Teilhard de Chardin, Confucius and Mo Tzu, and even twentieth century political reformist Kang Youwei.
Paradise has been widely perceived as somewhere on ocean islands or in distant mountains where people come together to set up tightly-knit societies so they can live, work and worship in harmony and peace. For the first-time ever, in this widely-researched work that bridges the utopian ideas and visions of East and West, Ambrose Mong explores the writings of influential thinkers from ancient China to Renaissance Europe and today, including Thomas More, Teilhard de Chardin, Confucius and Mo Tzu, and even twentieth century political reformist Kang Youwei.
Price: $40.95
Pages: 199
Publisher: Boydell & Brewer Inc.
Imprint: James Clarke
Publication Date:
25 October 2018
Trim Size: 9.17 X 6.10 in
ISBN: 9780227176924
Format: Paperback
BISACs:
RELIGION / Christian Theology / General, Christianity, Theology
Ambrose Mong's latest book compares and contrasts eastern and western philosophical conceptions of a better world. ... Himself a Catholic priest who grew up between east and west in Singapore, Ambrose draws inspiration from the writings of Teilhard de Chardin (a Jesuit forbidden by his superiors from teaching religion) on a united humanity. A Better World Is Possible asks more questions than it answers, but they are questions which define our times.
— George Yeo, Singapore Foreign Minister (2004-2011)
In this book, Ambrose Mong takes up the age-old question of whether it is possible and even necessary for humans to imagine a better world, and more importantly, how to bring it about. Practicing what is called 'intercultural imaginary', Mong skillfully brings together the Western ideals of utopia as 'no place' and the Eastern conceptions of it as 'a better place' and produces one of the most enriching and challenging vision of a future that may be called the Reign of God as it has been inaugurated in the death and resurrection of Jesus. Written in his trade-mark lucid style and undergirded by a vast erudition, [this book] joins the rank of classics in political philosophy and Christian ethics such as Thomas More' Utopia, with a much-needed intercultural and interreligious approach unknown to its illustrious predecessor.
— Dr Peter C. Phan
In this volume ... Mong explores the fascinating possibilities of Utopia, asking whether 'a better world' is possible. His scholarship is meticulous. His writing is crystal clear. His vision is hope- and faith-filled.
— Stephen Bevans, SVD, Louis J. Luzbetak, SVD Professor of Mission and Culture, Emeritus
— George Yeo, Singapore Foreign Minister (2004-2011)
In this book, Ambrose Mong takes up the age-old question of whether it is possible and even necessary for humans to imagine a better world, and more importantly, how to bring it about. Practicing what is called 'intercultural imaginary', Mong skillfully brings together the Western ideals of utopia as 'no place' and the Eastern conceptions of it as 'a better place' and produces one of the most enriching and challenging vision of a future that may be called the Reign of God as it has been inaugurated in the death and resurrection of Jesus. Written in his trade-mark lucid style and undergirded by a vast erudition, [this book] joins the rank of classics in political philosophy and Christian ethics such as Thomas More' Utopia, with a much-needed intercultural and interreligious approach unknown to its illustrious predecessor.
— Dr Peter C. Phan
In this volume ... Mong explores the fascinating possibilities of Utopia, asking whether 'a better world' is possible. His scholarship is meticulous. His writing is crystal clear. His vision is hope- and faith-filled.
— Stephen Bevans, SVD, Louis J. Luzbetak, SVD Professor of Mission and Culture, Emeritus
Foreword
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1. Utopia
Chapter 2. Civilisation of Poverty
Chapter 3. Globalization
Chapter 4. Confucianism
Chapter 5. Mohism
Chapter 6. One World
Chapter 7. Convergent Spirit
Conclusion
Bibliography
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1. Utopia
Chapter 2. Civilisation of Poverty
Chapter 3. Globalization
Chapter 4. Confucianism
Chapter 5. Mohism
Chapter 6. One World
Chapter 7. Convergent Spirit
Conclusion
Bibliography