The Concept of Peace in Buddhism, Jainism and Islam

Abstract

The text highlights humanity's technological advancements, particularly in space exploration, and the persistent failure to achieve global peace despite efforts such as interfaith conferences. It notes the paradox of increased conflict in an era of globalization and advanced technology. The causes of conflict are attributed to economic, social, cultural, physiological, and political factors. The paper aims to explore the concept of peace in Buddhism, Jainism, and Islam, seeking commonalities in their teachings. The text underscores the shared fundamental values among world religions, emphasizing concepts such as peaceful co-existence, sanctity of human life, and alignment with the divine will. Notably, Jainism and Buddhism focus on spiritual development for attaining Nirvana, devoid of a concept of God. In Islam, peace is inherent in the name al-salām, encompassing inner, spiritual, and social dimensions. Justice is integral and the belief in humanity as a single family underlines the importance of unity and understanding among diverse nations. The findings urge people to unite on the basis of common humanity and religious values, emphasizing the potential for a better world through mutual acceptance and adherence to divine commandments for peaceful coexistence.

Keywords: Peace, Religion, Buddhism, Jainism, Islam.