Subject Area: Philosophy-Buddhist
Mohanty, Nirode2026 1-4955-1349-1 740 pages
Vedic principles are deeply intertwined with nonviolence, known as ahimsa, which originates from Hindu scriptures like the Vedas and is seen as the highest virtue. While ahimsa is the ideal, the concept of dharma can justify violence only as a last resort in a dharma yudha (righteous war) to prevent greater harm, with strict rules on minimizing cruelty and protecting noncombatants. Ahimsa extends beyond physical harm to include avoiding harmful thoughts and words, and it influences practices like vegetarianism and respectful interactions. Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism have for millennia been teaching noninjury, called ahimsa, as a spiritual principle and practical ethic. Nonviolence is effective if there are free press and judiciary.
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Chary, M. Srinivas
2018 1-4955-0630-4 300 pages
In this work Dr. Chary looks to the ways in which Buddhism has already affected the lives of many in the United States and elsewhere in the West, and what Buddhism now promises for many more people in the years to come. This book should be helpful to readers from a wide range of religions.
Price: $199.95