BUDDHISM AND NON-VIOLENCE: EXPLORING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN BUDDHIST TEACHINGS AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i6.2024.2332Keywords:
Buddhism, Non-Violence, Conflict Resolution, Ahimsa, Mindfulness, Compassion, Karuna, Metta, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, MBSR, Mediation, Ethical Conduct, Interconnectedness, Global Conflicts, Peacebuilding, Ashoka, Dalai Lama, Engaged Buddhism, Satyagraha, Non-ViolentAbstract [English]
This paper explores the profound dating between Buddhist teachings and struggle decision, inspecting how concepts of non-violence, compassion, and interconnectedness can be carried out to present day worldwide conflicts. Beginning with the historical context of Buddhism, it delves into the origins and spread of Buddhist ideals on non-violence, especially the lifestyles of Siddhartha Gautama and early Buddhist texts on Ahimsa. The center Buddhist teachings, which includes the Four Noble Truths, the Noble Eightfold Path, Karuna (compassion), and Metta (loving-kindness), are analyzed for their software in promoting non-violence. The paper also discusses the realistic applications of these teachings in current conflict resolution techniques, together with Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and mediation. Through case research of historical and present day examples, together with Ashoka’s transformation, the role of Buddhist clergymen in the Vietnam War, and the Dalai Lama’s approach to the Tibetan warfare, the paper illustrates the effectiveness of Buddhist tactics. It concludes with coverage guidelines for integrating Buddhist concepts into war resolution frameworks and a comparative evaluation with other non-violent philosophies, highlighting the customary relevance of Buddhist teachings in fostering peace and harmony.
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