Ethics and the Discourse of HIV/AIDS: a Hindu Response

It is postulated that a strong moral-ethical revolution coupled with the proper development and channelling of youthful energies is the only saviour of humanity, especially in the absence of cures and absence of guarantees that the viruses won't mutate and make medication futile. The ethical ba...

Full description

Saved in:  
Bibliographic Details
Published in:Nidān
Main Author: Shukla, U.D. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Check availability: HBZ Gateway
Journals Online & Print:
Drawer...
Fernleihe:Fernleihe für die Fachinformationsdienste
Published: Univ. 2004
In: Nidān
Further subjects:B AIDS pandemic leaves
B Human Sexuality
B Dharma (hindouisme)
B Artha
B Kama
Online Access: Volltext (kostenfrei)
Description
Summary:It is postulated that a strong moral-ethical revolution coupled with the proper development and channelling of youthful energies is the only saviour of humanity, especially in the absence of cures and absence of guarantees that the viruses won't mutate and make medication futile. The ethical basis for a discourse on HIV/AIDS must consider the reinforcement of love combined with sex, family values, caring for people one interacts with, and, of course, the desire to live and enjoy a long, healthy and happy life. This paper will attempt to investigate some of the ethical norms of the Hindus, which could serve a prophylactic purpose. The various attributes and aspects of these norms will be examined in this paper to determine whether a social redefinition of life and human relationships could contribute to a better, healthier society.
ISSN:2414-8636
Contains:Enthalten in: Nidān
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.58125/nidan.2004.1