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VOL. 11, ISSUE 1 (2026)
Buddhist peace psychological concepts
Authors
Dr. Manoji Harischandra
Abstract
Peace psychology examines the psychological, social, and environmental
dimensions that influence conflict, violence, and peacebuilding. This study
explores Buddhist psychological concepts as a valuable theoretical and
practical framework for understanding the root causes of conflict and promoting
sustainable peace. Drawing upon early Buddhist teachings, particularly the
analysis of mental defilements such as greed (lobha), hatred (dosa), and
delusion (moha), the paper argues that conflict originates primarily within the
human mind and manifests externally through violence, disputes, and social
unrest. Using key Buddhist discourses, including the Madhupindika Sutta and the
Mahānidāna Sutta, the study highlights how ignorance, craving, and conceptual
proliferation give rise to interpersonal and collective conflicts. The paper
further distinguishes between inner peace and outer peace, emphasizing that
lasting social harmony is unattainable without inner psychological
transformation. Buddhist principles of nonviolence, compassion, dependent
co-arising, and mindfulness are presented as effective tools for conflict resolution,
mediation, and peacebuilding. By integrating Buddhist psychological insights
into contemporary peace psychology, this study contributes to alternative,
nonviolent approaches for addressing modern conflicts and fostering long-term
reconciliation at both individual and societal levels.
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Pages:8-10
How to cite this article:
Dr. Manoji Harischandra "Buddhist peace psychological concepts". International Journal of Academic Research and Development, Vol 11, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 8-10
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