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VOL. 8, ISSUE 1 (2026)
The spirit of compassion as a core value of Buddhism in practicing social responsibility in Vietnam
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Candidate Ha Vu Long
Abstract
Buddhism has deeply permeated Vietnamese
culture, shaping the nation's ethical framework and social conduct. This
article examines the spirit of Compassion (Maitrī and Karuṇā) not merely as an
emotive state but as the ontological basis for practicing social responsibility
in Vietnam. By analyzing the dialectical interplay between Buddhist philosophy
and social reality, the study demonstrates that charitable activities in Vietnam
are practical manifestations of “Engaged Buddhism”. Findings confirm that
compassion serves as the core value transforming individual spiritual
cultivation into active social commitment, thereby contributing significantly
to sustainable development and social stability in contemporary Vietnam.
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Pages:41-46
How to cite this article:
Candidate Ha Vu Long "The spirit of compassion as a core value of Buddhism in practicing social responsibility in Vietnam". International Journal of Social Science and Humanities, Vol 8, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 41-46
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