Ethics and Morality from the Perspective of Eastern Philosophy and Their Implications for Modern Life
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Eastern philosophy, ethics, morality, Confucianism, TaoismAbstract
This study explores the ethical and moral values embedded within Eastern philosophical traditions and examines their relevance and application in addressing contemporary moral challenges. Drawing from Confucianism, Taoism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Eastern Islamic philosophy, the research identifies core concepts such as ren (humaneness), karuna (compassion), wu wei (non-coercive action), dharma (moral duty), and tazkiyah al-nafs (soul purification) as essential ethical frameworks. These values emphasize inner transformation, social harmony, spiritual consciousness, and a sense of collective responsibility offering a contrast to the individualism and utilitarianism that often dominate modern ethical paradigms. Through a qualitative, philosophical-interpretive method, the study analyzes classical texts and contemporary discourses to show how Eastern ethics can guide education, leadership, digital behavior, and environmental stewardship. The findings highlight the urgency of ethical renewal in a world facing moral ambiguity, technological saturation, and ecological crisis. The study concludes that Eastern moral principles, when reinterpreted and integrated into modern institutions, can contribute meaningfully to the development of a more balanced, inclusive, and spiritually conscious society
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