Buddhism and Politics in Thailand
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Buddhism and Politics in Thailand |
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Somboon Suksamran, author
Date of publication: 1982
Publisher: Institute of Southeast Asian Studies
Number of pages: 179
Code: BM33
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About the Publication
This book studies the interaction of the Sangha (the community of monks) with politics and socio-political change in Thailand. Although the interaction of Buddhism and politics is recognized, it is seldom acknowledged and frequently denied. This paradox derives from two deeply rooted notions: first, that politics is "the dirtiest business" second, that only "pure" Buddhism and a "sound" Sangha can ensure the moral welfare of the nation, and their preservation in unadulterated form is critical for the survival of national unity.
Contents
PDF e-book files for this publication are available as detailed below.
Buddhism and Politics in Thailand | 15.00 USD | |
Preliminary pages | – | Download |
1. Religion, Politics and Social Change: An Introductory Statement | 5.00 USD | |
2. Political Patronage and Control Over the Sangha | 5.00 USD | |
3. Socio-Political Change and the Rise of Political Monks | 5.00 USD | |
4. Monks, Peasants, Injustice, and Reforms | 5.00 USD | |
5. Communist Danger and Holy War on the Communists | 5.00 USD | |
6. The Political Monks in Thailand: The Prospect | 5.00 USD | |
Bibliography | – | Download |
About the Author | – | Download |
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