Synthesis of Eastern Panteism and Western Bioethics: Toward a New Global Ecosofy Paradigm in the Face of Ecological Crisis

Abstract

The contemporary global ecological crisis demands a radical shift not only in technological and economic domains but, fundamentally, in human consciousness and philosophical worldview. For decades, Western environmental ethics has attempted to mitigate ecological degradation through rational frameworks, such as Albert Schweitzer’s "Reverence for Life" and Arne Naess’s "Deep Ecology." However, these models often face structural limitations within pragmatic and utilitarian socioeconomic systems, remaining external legal obligations rather than internal moral imperatives. This paper proposes a conceptual synthesis between Western bioethical pragmatism and Eastern pantheistic philosophy, specifically focusing on the Sufi doctrine of Wahdat al-Wujud (the Unity of Being) developed in Central Asian civilization. Utilizing comparative analysis and philosophical hermeneutics, this study reinterprets traditional Eastern thought through the lens of modern ecocentrism, framing nature not as a mechanical resource, but as a living, sacred subject. The integration of these two distinct cultural paradigms culminates in a new global "Ecosophy" model. This model reconciles Western technological and legal mechanisms with Eastern spiritual-cosmic interconnectedness, transforming environmental protection from an external legal duty into an intrinsic ontological necessity. Ultimately, the paper argues that the future of human civilization depends on this metaphysical reorientation, providing a strategic spiritual and philosophical framework for overcoming global ecological challenges.