Buddhism

Dialectics in Mādhyamaka Buddhism and What It Can Teach International Relations

Shannon Brincat • Jan 25 2024 • Articles

The dialectical approach of Mādhyamaka undercuts theories with a nominalist, atomised ontological foundation, providing insights into our global social life.

Call For a Buddhism-Inspired Asian Regional Compact on Internal Displacement

Christina A. Kilby • Jan 25 2024 • Articles

It is possible to appeal to the humanitarian norms rooted in religious identity without exacerbating religious nationalism or discrimination.

Ashoka’s Diplomatic Odyssey: Cultivating Dharma, Fostering Healing

Patrick Olivelle • Nov 21 2023 • Articles

In numerous areas of language, culture and religion we can see the impact of this unique ruler on India’s long history.

Buddhists Do Not Want Space Junk to Fall on Your Head

Daniel Capper • Aug 31 2023 • Articles

Buddhist moral perspectives may result in protective reserves for lunar places of ecological magnificence or compelling scientific value, thereby proactively preserving them from commercial pursuits.

Buddhism and Global IR

Kosuke Shimizu • Aug 17 2023 • Articles

This overview of Buddhism’s tryst with IR, particularly the inferences derived from the notion of ‘relationality’, shows how it can contribute to Global IR.

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