Green Buddhism and W. S. Merwin’s Eco-poetry

Green Buddhism and W. S. Merwin’s Eco-poetry

This article explores the profound influence of Buddhist environmental thought on the poetry of W.S. Merwin. It discusses how Merwin integrates Buddhist philosophies such as interdependent arising (pratītya-samutpāda), emptiness (śūnyatā), non-self (anātman), compassion (karunā), and the concept of...

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Main Authors: Geng, Jiyong, Zhang, Jie
Format: text
Published: Archīum Ateneo 2024
Subjects:
eco-poetry
ecocriticism
green Buddhism
W. S. Merwin
Zen
Asian Studies
Critical and Cultural Studies
Literature in English, Anglophone outside British Isles and North America
Online Access:https://archium.ateneo.edu/kk/vol1/iss44/3
https://archium.ateneo.edu/context/kk/article/1002/viewcontent/Green_Buddhism_and_W._S._Merwin_s_Eco_poetry_revised.pdf
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Institution: Ateneo De Manila University
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Summary:This article explores the profound influence of Buddhist environmental thought on the poetry of W.S. Merwin. It discusses how Merwin integrates Buddhist philosophies such as interdependent arising (pratītya-samutpāda), emptiness (śūnyatā), non-self (anātman), compassion (karunā), and the concept of Buddha nature into his poetic work, highlighting themes such as ecological interconnectedness, the rejection of anthropocentrism, and the intrinsic value of nature. The article examines how Merwin’s use of these themes not only enriches his poetic expression but also contributes to the broader discourse on green Buddhism, bridging the gap between human experience and ecological consciousness.

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