Buddhism
Siroj Sorajjakool, Supaporn Naewbood
June 19, 2023 DOI: 10.4324/9781003288862-6 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper |
|---|---|
| Topics | Buddhism |
| Key points | Argues that Buddhism holds ignorance of the true nature of human beings to be the cause of suffering, and that liberation comes through right understanding and practices such as moderation, compassion, and meditation. Contends that healthcare providers' awareness of spirituality and of a positive environment in relation to karma can facilitate physical and spiritual recovery for Buddhist patients. |
Abstract
Buddhism teaches that the ignorance regarding the true nature of human beings leads to suffering. The goal of Buddhism is to help people realize the nature of reality and thus be liberated from suffering through acquiring right understanding. Growth comes through practicing moderation, compassion, meditation, and other beneficial ways of living in accord with the teachings of the Buddha. In matters relating to health, Buddhism emphasizes harmonious balance of the mind, body, emotion, and spirituality. This balance is made possible when one rightly understands the cause of suffering and the ways that can lead to liberation from the cycle of suffering. Because of the importance of the mind–body connection in Buddhism, healthcare providers’ awareness of the role of spirituality and positive environment in relation to karma can help facilitate both physical and spiritual recovery for Buddhist patients.
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