India: Paradise on earth? A video shows wild animals playing with humans

Bishnois: Willing to sacrifice

This film vividly tells the story of the Bishnoi religious community, specifically Nihal Chand, who died at the hands of poachers in 1996.

Colorful visuals and gripping narrative document the history of this remarkable sect which believes in protecting wildlife and was founded in the deserts of Rajastan 500 years ago....

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You can find more information about the Bishnois in the book
Paving the Way for Peace : Living Philosophies of Bishnois and Jains
German original: Wegbereiter des Friedens - Die lebendigen Philosophien der Bishnois und Jains

Source: Video showing that harmony between people and animals is indeed possible

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There is no paradise on Earth? (en)

India/Bishnois: A tribe of environmentalists (en)

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Bishnoi rule number 28: 'Not to eat meat or non-vegetarian dishes (en)

India: Bishnois protect animals and trees (en)

Bishnoism: An Eco Dharma (en)

India/Rajasthan's Bishnoi community furious over death of horse during film shooting (en)

Paving the way for peace (en)

India : Bishnois: 'Killing a black buck is like killing our Guru' (en)