Dr. Ravi Batra talks on PROUT and World Poverty
Posted:
Monday, December 24, 2007
After Capitalism
Posted:
Saturday, December 15, 2007
After Capitalism: Prout’s Vision for a New World sheds light on the Progressive Utilization Theory, or Prout, a socio-economic model based on decentralized economic democracy, cooperative enterprise and the ethics of inclusion. Noam Chomsky, Frei Betto, Johan Galtung, Leonardo Boff, Sohail Inayatullah, Ravi Batra, Mark Friedman and Marcos Arruda – have contributed to this revolutionary new book that presents comprehensive and practical answers.
The book asserts that capitalism contains the seeds of its own destruction, based as it is on greed, intense competition and the concentration of wealth in the hands of a few. In contrast, Prout provides a model of economic development grounded in universal values. It seeks to balance regional self-reliant economic development with ecological protection, and encourages creativity and innovation.
In his preface to the book, Noam Chomsky stated, “Alternative visions are crucial at this moment in history. Prout’s cooperative model of economic democracy, based on cardinal human values and sharing the resources of the planet for the welfare of everyone, deserves our serious consideration.” Historian Howard Zinn, author of the best-selling A People’s History of the United States, wrote: “After Capitalism is refreshingly original. It is spiritual and utopian while remaining grounded in reality. Its analysis is intelligent and its vision inspiring.”
Theologian Leonardo Boff, in his contribution to the book, wrote that Prout “is very important to all who yearn for a liberation which starts from economics and opens to a totality of personal and social human existence.” Frei Betto, said, “The constitutional proposals of Prout are the ethical summary of everything that humanity needs to accomplish universal fraternity.”
After Capitalism offers refreshing new hope for a world without poverty, war and injustice. It is a practical, sustainable vision for future generations. It is a comprehensive approach to eradicate poverty, improve the quality of life and make every region of the world self-reliant.
The book shows:
· Why, unlike capitalism and communism, the concepts of Prout are in harmony with human psychology;
· How Prout’s vision can restore ecological balance and nurture the soul;
· Where model projects and political movements based on Prout are located;
· How to implement Prout’s economic democracy and self-determination in your region.
The Author: Dada Maheshvarananda is unusual: an American who chose to become an orange-clad monk of the Yoga tradition. He is a highly respected monk, social service worker, social activist and organizer, and a teacher of meditation and Yoga. Dada has worked with exceptional commitment in these capacities for over thirty years. He has served and benefited many people and communities throughout the world -- Southeast Asia, South Asia, South America and North America. Dada Maheshvarananda has studied and continues to study the theory and application of the Progressive Utilization Theory (PROUT).
Dada also studied under the personal guidance of the visionary and founder of PROUT, the late Mr. Prabhat R. Sarkar (1920-1990). He has dedicated his life to not only conveying what PROUT is, but more so to serving "all living beings" through PROUT's application. Mr. Maheshvarananda is affectionately referred to as Dada, which simply means "brother." His complete name is Acharya Maheshvarananda Avadhuta, a Sanskrit name. Acharya is a title meaning "spiritual teacher" and "one who teaches by example." The name Maheshvarananda signifies "one who experiences the bliss of the Lord." Avadhuta means "renunciate monk dedicated to service."
After Capitalism: Prout's Vision for a New World is available in English, Spanish and Portuguese editions.
Dada Maheshvarananda
Instituto Venezolano de Investigación de Prout
Prout Research Institute of Venezuela
www.aftercapitalism.org
Tel. (58)-212-578-4587, cel. (58)-412-601-6572
Skype: dadamaheshvarananda
The book asserts that capitalism contains the seeds of its own destruction, based as it is on greed, intense competition and the concentration of wealth in the hands of a few. In contrast, Prout provides a model of economic development grounded in universal values. It seeks to balance regional self-reliant economic development with ecological protection, and encourages creativity and innovation.
In his preface to the book, Noam Chomsky stated, “Alternative visions are crucial at this moment in history. Prout’s cooperative model of economic democracy, based on cardinal human values and sharing the resources of the planet for the welfare of everyone, deserves our serious consideration.” Historian Howard Zinn, author of the best-selling A People’s History of the United States, wrote: “After Capitalism is refreshingly original. It is spiritual and utopian while remaining grounded in reality. Its analysis is intelligent and its vision inspiring.”
Theologian Leonardo Boff, in his contribution to the book, wrote that Prout “is very important to all who yearn for a liberation which starts from economics and opens to a totality of personal and social human existence.” Frei Betto, said, “The constitutional proposals of Prout are the ethical summary of everything that humanity needs to accomplish universal fraternity.”
After Capitalism offers refreshing new hope for a world without poverty, war and injustice. It is a practical, sustainable vision for future generations. It is a comprehensive approach to eradicate poverty, improve the quality of life and make every region of the world self-reliant.
The book shows:
· Why, unlike capitalism and communism, the concepts of Prout are in harmony with human psychology;
· How Prout’s vision can restore ecological balance and nurture the soul;
· Where model projects and political movements based on Prout are located;
· How to implement Prout’s economic democracy and self-determination in your region.
The Author: Dada Maheshvarananda is unusual: an American who chose to become an orange-clad monk of the Yoga tradition. He is a highly respected monk, social service worker, social activist and organizer, and a teacher of meditation and Yoga. Dada has worked with exceptional commitment in these capacities for over thirty years. He has served and benefited many people and communities throughout the world -- Southeast Asia, South Asia, South America and North America. Dada Maheshvarananda has studied and continues to study the theory and application of the Progressive Utilization Theory (PROUT).
Dada also studied under the personal guidance of the visionary and founder of PROUT, the late Mr. Prabhat R. Sarkar (1920-1990). He has dedicated his life to not only conveying what PROUT is, but more so to serving "all living beings" through PROUT's application. Mr. Maheshvarananda is affectionately referred to as Dada, which simply means "brother." His complete name is Acharya Maheshvarananda Avadhuta, a Sanskrit name. Acharya is a title meaning "spiritual teacher" and "one who teaches by example." The name Maheshvarananda signifies "one who experiences the bliss of the Lord." Avadhuta means "renunciate monk dedicated to service."
After Capitalism: Prout's Vision for a New World is available in English, Spanish and Portuguese editions.
Mindanao Ehem Forum and Fellowship
Posted:
Wednesday, December 05, 2007
Attention all Ehemers in Mindanao and in Davao City: you are invited to our regular annual forum of the Mindanao Ehem TWG for 2007 (our second forum this year; the first one was on elections last April).
Our upcoming forum will be held on December 17, 2007 (Monday) @ 1-5 PM. The venue is at the Conference Hall of the Mindanao Economic Development Council (MEDCo) at the SSS Bldg, Bajada St., Davao City.
For this forum, we will have a public lecture with book launching/book signing on anti-fixing and anti-red tape reforms in the government and Philippine society. This forum is also sponsored by the MEDCo and the Office of the Presidential Adviser for the Peace Process (OPAPP).
Invitations in the TWG's database will be sent out. But if you are interested, you are very much welcome. You can also confirm your attendance to Cecile Desesto (082-2274217) or Fe Munez (082-2212179/80). Snacks and cocktails will be provided by MEDCo and OPAPP. This activity will also be a Christmas fellowship of Ehemers and Ehem agencies.
Special topics will focus on social capital and corruption (Bagong koneksyon laban sa korupsyon!), and the dark side of social capital (fixers' networks and networks of fixers).
There will be a book display of the FIXING SOCIETY: The Inside World of Fixers in the Philippines. Each book sells at P450 pesos.
We hope to see you all in our affair!
Below is the program for the forum!
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The Mindanao Ehem Technical Working Group (Ehem TWG)
in coordination with
The Office of the Presidential Adviser for the Peace Process (OPAPP)
Mindanao Economic and Development Council (MEDCo)
Office of the Ombudsman and the Association of Resident Ombudsmen
(AROGA)
and
Ehem Anticorruption Project
4th TWG Annual Forum and Christmas Fellowship Public Lecture and Book Launching on
Anti-Fixing and Anti-Red Tape Reforms in the Philippines
December 17, 2007 | Monday | 1:00-5:00 PM
MEDCo Conference Hall, SSS Bldg, Bajada St., Davao City
Theme: "Bagong Koneksyon Laban sa Korupsyon!"
1:00 – 1:30
Registration and Book Sale
1:30 – 1:45
Call to Assembly and Opening Ceremonies
1:45 – 2:00
Recognition of Officials and Guests
Recognition of Ehem Champions in the Government and Private Sectors
Recognition of TWG Members and Forum Host and Sponsor
2:00 – 2:10
Welcome Remarks
Hon. Sec. Virgilio Leyretana, Sr.
MEDCo Chairman and Ehem Mindanao TWG Convenor
2:10 – 2:30
Keynote Remarks
Hon. Sec. Jesus G. Dureza
Presidential Adviser
2:30 – 3:00
Lecture 1:
"Ang Bagong Koneksyon, Laban sa Korupsyon"
(Social Capital and Corruption)
Fr. Albert E. Alejo, SJ, PhD
Ehem Team Leader
3:00 – 4:00
Lecture 2:
Fixing Society: The Inside World of Fixers in the Philippines
(Dark Side of Social Capital)
Dr. Ronnie V. Amorado
Ehem National Coordinator and Book Author
4:00 – 4:30
Panel Open Forum
4:30 – 5:00
Ehem Fellowship and Book Signing
Host and Sponsor:
OPAPP and MEDCo
Emcee:
Ms. Arlene Lozano
Ehem Mindanao TWG Co-Convenor
Our upcoming forum will be held on December 17, 2007 (Monday) @ 1-5 PM. The venue is at the Conference Hall of the Mindanao Economic Development Council (MEDCo) at the SSS Bldg, Bajada St., Davao City.
For this forum, we will have a public lecture with book launching/book signing on anti-fixing and anti-red tape reforms in the government and Philippine society. This forum is also sponsored by the MEDCo and the Office of the Presidential Adviser for the Peace Process (OPAPP).
Invitations in the TWG's database will be sent out. But if you are interested, you are very much welcome. You can also confirm your attendance to Cecile Desesto (082-2274217) or Fe Munez (082-2212179/80). Snacks and cocktails will be provided by MEDCo and OPAPP. This activity will also be a Christmas fellowship of Ehemers and Ehem agencies.
Special topics will focus on social capital and corruption (Bagong koneksyon laban sa korupsyon!), and the dark side of social capital (fixers' networks and networks of fixers).
There will be a book display of the FIXING SOCIETY: The Inside World of Fixers in the Philippines. Each book sells at P450 pesos.
We hope to see you all in our affair!
Below is the program for the forum!
--------------------------
The Mindanao Ehem Technical Working Group (Ehem TWG)
in coordination with
The Office of the Presidential Adviser for the Peace Process (OPAPP)
Mindanao Economic and Development Council (MEDCo)
Office of the Ombudsman and the Association of Resident Ombudsmen
(AROGA)
and
Ehem Anticorruption Project
4th TWG Annual Forum and Christmas Fellowship Public Lecture and Book Launching on
Anti-Fixing and Anti-Red Tape Reforms in the Philippines
December 17, 2007 | Monday | 1:00-5:00 PM
MEDCo Conference Hall, SSS Bldg, Bajada St., Davao City
Theme: "Bagong Koneksyon Laban sa Korupsyon!"
1:00 – 1:30
Registration and Book Sale
1:30 – 1:45
Call to Assembly and Opening Ceremonies
1:45 – 2:00
Recognition of Officials and Guests
Recognition of Ehem Champions in the Government and Private Sectors
Recognition of TWG Members and Forum Host and Sponsor
2:00 – 2:10
Welcome Remarks
Hon. Sec. Virgilio Leyretana, Sr.
MEDCo Chairman and Ehem Mindanao TWG Convenor
2:10 – 2:30
Keynote Remarks
Hon. Sec. Jesus G. Dureza
Presidential Adviser
2:30 – 3:00
Lecture 1:
"Ang Bagong Koneksyon, Laban sa Korupsyon"
(Social Capital and Corruption)
Fr. Albert E. Alejo, SJ, PhD
Ehem Team Leader
3:00 – 4:00
Lecture 2:
Fixing Society: The Inside World of Fixers in the Philippines
(Dark Side of Social Capital)
Dr. Ronnie V. Amorado
Ehem National Coordinator and Book Author
4:00 – 4:30
Panel Open Forum
4:30 – 5:00
Ehem Fellowship and Book Signing
Host and Sponsor:
OPAPP and MEDCo
Emcee:
Ms. Arlene Lozano
Ehem Mindanao TWG Co-Convenor