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Earth Wisdom for a World in Crisis

Discover how people of various perennial philosophies around the world think, believe and address life’s core, eternal questions. While shedding new light on different dimensions of faith, belief and identity, each one-hour program serves to promote understanding, tolerance and respect for different traditions and world views.

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Earth Wisdom for a World in Crisis

Season 2 Episode 212 | 56m 25s | CC

The dramatic increase in global warming and a thinning ozone layer made the United Nations realize that native peoples may possess some keys to the survival of our species. The Global Spirit crew attends the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues in New York City. The program documents the proceedings and interviews a range of renowned indigenous leaders and tribal representatives.

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