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1. Introduction: The Nexus of Spirituality and Sustainability

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During the past few decades, the topics of spirituality and sustainability have received considerable interest from both industry and academia, influenced by the increase in corporate scandals, and industry-related environmental disasters. In this chapter, spirituality will be examined from a secular perspective, and sustainability from a pragmatic business perspective. The interconnectedness of spirituality and sustainability will be explored within the context of traditional and nontraditional religious doctrine, and contemporary thought. This foundation of the nexus of spirituality and sustainability will provide a foundation upon which the remaining chapters will build, demonstrating that spirituality and sustainability are beneficial for individual and organizational success. The remaining chapter themes and topics will also be summarized.

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Titel: Introduction: The Nexus of Spirituality and Sustainability
verfasst von: Christopher G. Beehner
Verlag: Springer International Publishing
Buch: Spirituality, Sustainability, and Success
Print ISBN: 978-3-031-47642-6

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-031-47643-3

Copyright-Jahr: 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-47643-3_1

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