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The Fifth Sacred Thing
496 pages, 1994
fiction
1382 books
spirituality & religion
408 booksThe earth is a living, conscious being. In company with cultures of many different times and places, we name these things sacred: air, fire, water, and earth.
Whether we see them as the breath, energy, blood, and body of the Mother, as the blessed gifts of a Creator, or as symbols of the interconnected systems that sustain life, we know that nothing can live without them.
To call these things sacred is to say that they have a value beyond their usefulness for human ends, that they themselves became the standards by which our acts, our economics, our laws, and our purposes must be judged.
No one has the right to appropriate them or profit from them at the expense of others. Any government that fails to protect them forfeits its legitimacy. All people, all living things, are part of the earth's life and are sacred. No one of us stands higher or lower than any other. Only justice can assure balance: only ecological balance can sustain freedom.
Only in freedom can that fifth sacred thing we call the spirit flourish in its full diversity. To honor the sacred is to create conditions in which nourishment, sustenance, habitat, knowledge, freedom, and beauty can thrive. To honor the sacred is to make love possible.
To this, we dedicate our curiosity, our will, our courage, our silences, and our voices. To this, we dedicate our lives.
The Fifth Sacred Thing by Starhawk explores the concept of unity and its power. The book shows how unity can bring about change and overcome oppressive forces. It's a great reminder that when we stand together, we can achieve great things.
Starhawk emphasizes the importance of nature and its sacredness. The book encourages us to respect and protect our environment. It's a call to action for us to take better care of our planet.
The book explores the concept of non-violent resistance. It shows that violence isn't the only way to fight against oppression. This is a powerful message that can inspire us to approach conflicts in a more peaceful way.
Starhawk delves into the role of spirituality and healing in society. The book shows how these elements can help individuals and communities to overcome trauma and hardship. It's a great read if you're interested in exploring the healing power of spirituality.
The Fifth Sacred Thing presents a vision of a utopian society where everyone is equal and free. It's a thought-provoking book that can inspire us to strive for a better world. If you're interested in social justice and equality, you should definitely check out this book.
