ANALYZING THE ETHICAL VALUES FOUND IN THE BUDDHIST ARTS
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The research article “Analysis of ethical values appearing in Buddhist Art” has the objective: Of studying Buddhist art that appears in Theravada Buddhism. To study the ethics that appear in Buddhist art and analyze the ethical values that appear in it. The researcher has established a research method. Qualitative Research uses analytical research on the Maha Chedi of Bodh Gaya and the Buddhist relics, by researching from documents (Documentary Investigation). The results of the study found that: 1) Analysis of the study of Buddhist art appearing in Theravada Buddhism found that the Lord Buddha was still alive. There has not yet been clear evidence that Was there any Buddhist art created. The only Buddhist art that was influenced by Buddhist teachings is architecture. Buddhist art is all about beauty. Captivating the mind to create a fascination with faith that is a medium to access goodness and truth. It inspires faith in good things. Bow your heart to achieve peace. The power of mental stability arises. 2) Analysis of the study of ethics appearing in Buddhist art found that 1) Buddhist art has become part of culture From the Buddhist method to the Buddhist way, which is an important basis of Thai society that has its roots in Buddhism, whether it be traditions, maxims, beliefs, even the temperament of Thai people, their role is based on morality. 2) Buddhist arts Interpretation of Theravada Buddhism. The goal is to understand and reach the truth. Correctness and goodness 3) Buddhism will be a source of knowledge and a center of mind that connects relationships with people at all levels in society. Especially in Thailand 4) Applying art to solve life problems with good results Using knowledge and understanding of the ethics that appear in Buddhist art.3) Analysis of the ethical values appearing in Buddhist art found that Buddhism is a symbol in terms of symbols. It is a form of "Chakra" which can also mean the same thing. The power of goodness and auspiciousness can be found in the appearance of a "blooming lotus". In addition, the application of Dhamma principles Application is the use of only part of something, not the whole thing. But it is about applying Dhamma principles. Application is the taking of a thing or an idea and adapting it to serve a purpose.
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