Buddhist Perspective on Global Peace

  • Dr. Vivek Sharma
Keywords: Peace, Mind, Compassion, Social harmony, Social equality, Human Dignity

Abstract

Global peace is an ideal of liberty, harmony and contentment among and in all nations and people. Global peace is a model of worldly diplomacy by which countries eagerly work together,
either voluntarily or by virtue of a system of governance that avoid clash. The term is occasionally used to refer to a shutting/ending of bad feelings amongst all humanity. The  primary goal of Buddhism is peace not only in the world but also in the whole universe. Every Buddhist follower believes that world peace can only be accomplished if we initially set up calm
within our minds. The Buddha has taught that calm minds lead to peaceful verbal communication and peaceful act. If the minds of every existing being are at peace, the globe will
be calm. Buddhism promotes the notion that all people can live in peace and harmony simply if they throw out negative feelings such as displeasure in their minds and grow positive feelings
such as love and kindness, broadmindedness, nonviolent co-existence etc.
While the terms "mettā," "karunā," "muditā," and "upekkhā" are known as the Four Immeasurable or Four Divine Abodes in Buddhism. These qualities are considered sublime
states of mind that practitioners cultivate to develop compassion, loving kindness, joy, and equanimity towards all beings. These significant Buddhist values can set up a life of harmony
and peace on the globe. The discourse of the four noble truths of the Buddha shows the path to overcoming suffering caused by the wheel of Samsāra. The way of Buddhism is not dependent
on outside authority but on its own practice and insight.
If we amalgamate Gautama Buddha’s philosophy into our daily regular life, then we will be able to resolve all our inner troubles and accomplish a truly tranquil mind. While outer peace is not
possible without internal peace .if we initially set up peace within our minds by schooling in holy paths, outer peace will come unsurprisingly. Global peace will never be accomplished unless we
initially set up peace within our own minds. Government can provide purported peacekeeping forces in areas of the quarrel; however, calmness cannot be maintained from the external with
guns. Simply by making peace within our minds and helping others do the same can we expect to achieve calmness in this globe.
It is pertinent to mention that while these Buddhist principles and practices can contribute to global peace, accomplishing peace necessitate the combined efforts of individuals, society, and
nations. By embodying these Buddhist teachings and working collectively, it is feasible to create an additional peaceful and harmonious world.

The purpose of the proposed paper is to take the role of Buddhism for the establishment of Global peace.

Published
2023-07-31