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Loving-kindness for social happiness: An applied pathway in Theravada Buddhism / Ven. Kittivara

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TextLanguage: English Publisher: Taunggyi : Shan State Buddhist University, 2025Description: v, 23 p., 30 cmSubject(s): Loving-kindness (Metta) -- Applied Buddhism

DDC classification: T-8 PGDip-PBS (SSBU)

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Contents Introduction 0.1 The background of research 0.2 Research questions and objectives 0.3 Research methodology Chapter I The Theravada perspective on loving-kindness 1.1 The concept of loving-kindness 1.2 The hindrances to loving-kindness 1.3 The crucial role of loving-kindness in society Chapter II The practical path to loving-kindness 2.1 The way of applying loving-kindness in daily practice 2.2 The strategies for overcoming anger and hatred Chapter III Attaining social happiness 3.1 The view on social happiness 3.2 Social challenges and solutions 3.3 Loving-kindness in enhancing social happiness Conclusion References

Dissertation note: Abstract Anger and hatred (dosa), which are rooted in the unwholesome mind, primarily obstruct us from gaining happiness, causing suffering to both ourselves and the society. Loving-kindness (metta) is the antidote for anger and hatred. While loving-kindness practice is widely recognized for its ability to enhance personal happiness, its influence on social happiness has been less explored. This independent study project, therefore, aims to address the research gap by examining the role of loving-kindness practice in Theravada Buddhism and its impact on social happiness. As a whole, this study has initiated a conceptual investigation on loving-kindness and provides practical strategies to overcome anger and hatred, the main obstacles to social harmony and happiness. Through analyzing loving-kindness practice in the Theravada Pali canon and other relevant sources, this research has found that when a person practices loving-kindness, it produces positive attitudes toward one another, causing unity and happiness in society. Without loving-kindness, it become difficult for us to support each other and live together in harmony and peace. Additionally, this project explores how loving-kindness can be nurtured in our hearts and integrated into daily practice, offering an applied pathway of how Buddhism can truly benefit us. Ultimately, this study examines how loving-kindness practice, particularly as described in the Theravada Pali canon, can contribute to enhancing harmony and happiness in society. Postgraduate Diploma Shan State Buddhist University 2025

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Abstract

Anger and hatred (dosa), which are rooted in the unwholesome mind, primarily obstruct us from gaining happiness, causing suffering to both ourselves and the society. Loving-kindness (metta) is the antidote for anger and hatred. While loving-kindness practice is widely recognized for its ability to enhance personal happiness, its influence on social happiness has been less explored. This independent study project, therefore, aims to address the research gap by examining the role of loving-kindness practice in Theravada Buddhism and its impact on social happiness. As a whole, this study has initiated a conceptual investigation on loving-kindness and provides practical strategies to overcome anger and hatred, the main obstacles to social harmony and happiness. Through analyzing loving-kindness practice in the Theravada Pali canon and other relevant sources, this research has found that when a person practices loving-kindness, it produces positive attitudes toward one another, causing unity and happiness in society. Without loving-kindness, it become difficult for us to support each other and live together in harmony and peace. Additionally, this project explores how loving-kindness can be nurtured in our hearts and integrated into daily practice, offering an applied pathway of how Buddhism can truly benefit us. Ultimately, this study examines how loving-kindness practice, particularly as described in the Theravada Pali canon, can contribute to enhancing harmony and happiness in society. Postgraduate Diploma Shan State Buddhist University 2025

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Contents

Introduction
0.1 The background of research
0.2 Research questions and objectives
0.3 Research methodology

Chapter I The Theravada perspective on loving-kindness
1.1 The concept of loving-kindness
1.2 The hindrances to loving-kindness
1.3 The crucial role of loving-kindness in society

Chapter II The practical path to loving-kindness
2.1 The way of applying loving-kindness in daily practice
2.2 The strategies for overcoming anger and hatred

Chapter III Attaining social happiness
3.1 The view on social happiness
3.2 Social challenges and solutions
3.3 Loving-kindness in enhancing social happiness

Conclusion
References

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