Ripensare il nostro rapporto con la Terra. Ecosofia e cosmoteandrismo in Raimond Panikkar

Abstract

Rethinking our Relationship with the Earth. Ecosophy and Cosmotheandrism in Raimon Panikkar This paper analyses the perspective of Raimon Panikkar, an eminent 20th century philosopher and theologian known for his intercultural approach and his contribution to interreligious dialogue. Drawing on his experiences and training in different cultural contexts, the paper highlights how Panikkar created a fruitful understanding between Eastern and Western traditions. This cross-cultural background is crucial for understanding his concept of “cosmotheandrism”, which challenges conventional dualistic categorisations of reality by integrating divine, human and cosmic dimensions. Particular attention is given to his critique of technocratic worldviews and his proposal of “ecosophy”, which implies a holistic approach to nature, which sees unity in diversity and emphasises the importance of the relationship and interconnectedness between all aspects of life. The underlying aim of this paper is to bring out how non-duality and relationality in Panikkar's thought offer a revolutionary perspective on spirituality, religious practice and our relationship with the cosmos, emphasising the need for a change of mindset that accepts the complexity of reality and recognises the sacredness in every manifestation of life. Through an analysis of Panikkar's ideas, the article explores how a cosmotheandric approach can help solve the ecological, economic and political crises of the contemporary world, inviting a deeper understanding and care for nature.

Keywords

• ecosophy
• cosmotheandrism
• panikkar