This book definitely helps one see the reality of our "interconnectedness" with others and with our environment and also illustrates how our actions often have many implications beyond "the self". The fundamental precepts or mindfulness trainings outlined and described here，when practiced，have the capacity to bring about positive societal and global change. This book is another major step towards understanding，compassion and peace.
目次
● Part One：The Order of Interbeing 1. The meaning of Tiep Hien 2. Buddhist precepts 3. The charter of the order of interbeing 4. The community 5. The precepts of the order of interbeing 6. Reciting the precepts ● Part Two：Commentaries on the Fourteen Precepts The Fourteen Precepts 1. The lion's roar 2. Truth is found in life 3. Freedom of thought 4. Awareness of suffering 5. Living simply 6. Compassion is understanding 7. Mindful and joyful living 8. Harmony in the community 9. Mindful speech 10. Standing up to injustice 11. Right livelihood 12. Protecting life 13. Social justice 14. Three sources of energy ● Part Three：Precept Recitation Ceremonies 1. Three refuges and two promises：recitation for children 2. Reciting the five wonderful precepts 3. Reciting the fourteen precepts of the order of interbeing ● Part Four：The Charter of the Order of Interbeing 1. Name，aim，tradition 2. Basic scriptures, teachings, methods 3. Authority，membership，organization 4. Leadership，community properties, accounting 5. Precepts of the order of interbeing，conditions for ordination 6. Amendment of the charter
