Buddhism and Expectations of the Society

Abstract

This academic article aims to study Buddhism and expectations of the society. The nature of society has many problems. In society, the expectation to develop and solve problems is collectively called social expectation in order to meet these objectives. Therefore, a common global goal of the world was established called Sustainable Development Goals: SDGs. The objectives of the 17 goals are to resolve individual social problems, economic prosperity, global environment, peace, harmony, and develop a more prosperous global society. Buddhism has many principles that can help make the Sustainable Development Goals easier to achieve. This study proposes the Four Noble Truths and the Threefold Trisikkha as a principle for analyzing and can be applied to solve problems that arise, in order to advance sustainable development in society from the individual level to the global level.

The Four Noble Truths and the Threefold Training in Buddhism can be applied to solving problems in the physical, verbal and mental conduct of a person. When people have solved their problems and developed according to these principles, it is the starting point for the effective joint development of prosperity, environment, peace, and harmony. Therefore, Buddhist principles should be applied to solve problems and develop goals and expectations of the world society to be successful.