Social Tranquility and Happiness: A Study on Theravada Buddhism
Author (s)
Ratna Rani Das
Abstract
Buddhism is a religious of peace and harmony, The Buddha was the founder of Buddhism. This religion is known as the religion for enlightened people. Peace, happiness, social justice, compassion, integrity, mutual understands, trust, tolerance, and wisdom are the mind attributes of Buddha. These attributes are significant for bringing happiness, peace and tranquility in the society. This paper explores the concept of happiness and tranquility in the light of Buddha. It focuses on the necessity of following moral code of conduct and to follow four sublime states to bring peace in the society. This research paper also highlighted loving-kindness, compassion and sympathy to bring peace in the society for ensuring happiness for sustainable society.
Keywords: Buddhism, religion, peace, happiness harmony, compassion, tranquillity.
| Title: | Social Tranquility and Happiness: A Study on Theravada Buddhism |
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| Author: | Ratna Rani Das |
| Journal Name: | International Journal of Science and Business |
| Website: | ijsab.com |
| ISSN: | ISSN 2520-4750 (Online), ISSN 2521-3040 (Print) |
| DOI: | https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.4588469 |
| Media: | Online & Print |
| Volume: | 5 |
| Issue: | 5 |
| Acceptance Date: | 03/03/2021 |
| Date of Publication: | 08/03/2021 |
| PDF URL: | https://ijsab.com/wp-content/uploads/721.pdf |
| Free download: | Available |
| Page: | 1-7 |
| First Page: | 1 |
| Last Page: | 7 |
| Paper Type: | Research Paper |
| Current Status: | Published |
Cite This Article:
Ratna Rani Das(2021). Social Tranquility and Happiness: A Study on Theravada Buddhism.International Journal of Science and Business, 5(5), 1-7.doi: https://doi.org/ 10.5281/zenodo.4588469
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About Author (s)
Ratna Rani Das, Lecturer, Dept. of Pali and Buddhist Studies, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Email: ratnaranidas.du@gmail.com