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What does it mean?
All beings share a fundamental unity, transcending differences between humans, nature, and objects.
In plain terms
Everything including animals, stones, and stars is connected as one.
What can you take from it?
All existence shares a deep connection.

Where it applies

  • environmental ethics
  • spiritual practices
  • community building

Putting it to work

  • respect all life
  • seek common ground
  • honour nature

Questions to consider

  • What connects you to the world around you?
  • How do you see unity in diversity?

Another view

Physical distinctions between beings remain even if spiritual unity is claimed.

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