This article tends to provide a review of the Buddhist vision of peace in the light
of peace studies. It also addresses the Buddhist perspective on the causes of violence and
ways to prevent violence and to realize peace. The last section explores the potentials of
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Buddhist contributions to the peacemaking efforts and the promotion of a culture of peace
in today’s world. Buddhism, having enjoyed a long history and enrichment by
generations of people in various traditions, ranges north and south with branches across
many cultures and regions. However, a common core of Buddha’s teaching and practice
is observed in major Buddhist traditions and considered essentials of Buddhism. In this
article, the term Buddhism is used to refer to the common core teachings across the
current major traditions of Buddhism.