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RESPON KRITIS ATAS PERTANYAAN “APAKAH BUDDHA MENGAJARKAN KELAHIRAN KEMBALI?” Medhācitto, Tri Saputra
Jurnal Pencerahan Vol. 15 No. 1 (2022): Jurnal Pencerahan (Mencerdaskan dan Mencerahkan)
Publisher : Syailendra Buddhist College / Sekolah Tinggi Agama Buddha (STAB) Syailendra

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58762/jupen.v15i1.66

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The theory of rebirth is widely accepted in Indian philosophy and it is mostly connected with the soul which keeps moving from one life to another life. Since the Buddha rejects the concept of the eternal soul by presenting Anatta theory, many questions are risen whether the Buddha teaches rebirth. Some people assume that the Buddha accepts the doctrine of rebirth because it is popular in pre-Buddhist traditions. This present research purpose is to give a critical explanation of the question of whether the Buddha teaches rebirth. This research is carried out with a library approach by collecting information from canonical texts as well as their commentaries. This research results from a comprehensive explanation of rebirth taught by the Buddha which is very unique and different from the theory of rebirth explained by other Indian traditions. The theory of rebirth (punabbhava) taught by the Buddha neither has an association with any external authority such as Brahma, Jagadātma, or God, nor with any internal entity such as ātma, pudgalātma, or soul. The teachings dealing with rebirth are found in many discourses, especially interconnected with a theory of Karma.
KONTRIBUSI KONSILI BUDDHIS KETIGA UNTUK PERKEMBANGAN ABHIDHAMMA THERAVĀDA Medhācitto, Tri Saputra
Jurnal Pencerahan Vol. 16 No. 1 (2023): Jurnal Pencerahan: Mencerdaskan dan Mencerahkan
Publisher : Syailendra Buddhist College / Sekolah Tinggi Agama Buddha (STAB) Syailendra

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58762/jupen.v16i01.132

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This research aims to examine the contribution of the third Buddhist council for the development of Theravāda Abhidhamma literature. This research is carried out with library approach by collecting data mainly from canonical texts as well as its commentaries. The recent works written by scholars such as books, journals, and articles are used to elaborate the explanation. Having examined the data collected from the sources, it is known that the third Buddhist councils (saṅgiti/saṅgāyanā) which held during the 3rd century B.C. under the patronage of King Asoka, contributed significant results for the development of Buddhist literature, particularly in the context of Abhidhamma literature. One of the key outcomes of the third Buddhist council was the completion of the Abhidhamma Pitaka, by adding Kathāvatthuppakaraṇa which was composed by Ven. Mogaliputtatissa Thera at the end of the meeting. As result of that, Abhidhamma Pitaka consists of seven books, including Kathāvatthuppakaraṇa. In conclusion, the third Buddhist council marked a crucial point in the development of Theravāda Abhidhamma.
UNVEILING KING ASOKA’S LEGACY: CRITICAL STUDY ON THE CONTENTS, LANGUAGES AND OBJECTIVES OF ASOKA’S INSCRIPTIONS Medhācitto, Tri Saputra; Pannaloka, Deniyaye; Barua, Satyajit
Jurnal Pencerahan Vol. 17 No. 1 (2024): Jurnal Pencerahan: Mencerdaskan dan Mencerahkan
Publisher : Syailendra Buddhist College / Sekolah Tinggi Agama Buddha (STAB) Syailendra

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58762/jupen.v17i1.146

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This research aims to provide a comprehensive understanding on the Asoka’s inscriptions, examining the contents, languages and objectives of the inscriptions. This research is a qualitative research carried out with library approach, in which the data are gathered from sources like books, journals, articles and relevant researches by scholars. The Buddhist literatures including Sri Lankan chronicles are also used to provide the information about the figure of King Asoka and his contributions to Buddhism. This research proves that the King Asoka was a significant figure in the Indian history, who was recognized for his impactful reign and advocacy for Buddhism. The archaeological discoveries, including inscriptions scattered across India, offer substantial historical insights into Asoka's reign and his endeavors. In his reign, the king utilized inscriptions as a means to disseminate his message of peace and harmony. The purpose of those inscriptions was to establish the Dhamma or righteousness teachings to the society. The Asoka’s inscriptions are dispersed across various locations in India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, with notable findings in places like Kalsi, Sopara, Mount Girnar, Yerragudi, Dhauli, and Jaugada, composed in languages like Prakrit, Greek, and Aramaic, are preserved in various scripts such as Brāhmī, Kharosthi, Greek, Aramaic, and bilingual Greek-Aramaic.