Buddhadasa
1906–1993 · Phum Riang
About
Buddhadasa was a Thai Buddhist monk. Known as an innovative reinterpreter of Buddhist doctrine and Thai folk beliefs, he fostered a reformation in conventional religious perception
Biography
Buddhadasa was a Thai Buddhist monk. Known as an innovative reinterpreter of Buddhist doctrine and Thai folk beliefs, he fostered a reformation in conventional religious perceptions in his home country, Thailand, as well as abroad. He developed a personal view that those who have penetrated the essential nature of religions consider "all religions to be inwardly the same", while those who have the highest understanding of dhamma feel "there is no religion". Buddhadasa was also known for his political engagement and developed a form of Buddhist socialism he called "Dhammic socialism".
Teachings & topics
Lineage & relations
Notable students
Santikaro
Student
Richard Estes
Student
Bibliography
- Under the Bodhi Tree2017 · Wisdom Publications
- Dr. N.M. Perera's policies and achievements as finance minister2006 · Stamford Lake Publication
- Anapanasati.2002 · Books on Demand GmbH
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