Being Benevolence: The Social Ethics of Engaged Buddhism

Engaged Buddhist leaders significantly influence discussions on political theory, human rights, nonviolence, and social justice. This book offers a comprehensive overview of the ideas and arguments from notable Engaged Buddhist thinkers and activists, addressing critical questions about political systems in modern Asia, the merits and drawbacks of Western liberalism, the compatibility of Buddhism with human rights, and the possibility of a nonviolent nation-state.